The "Protection of Women's Sports Act" aims to ensure equal athletic opportunities for males and females in public educational institutions and private athletic clubs. The bill mandates that all athletic teams, competitions, and events be designated specifically for males, females, or as coeducational. It prohibits male participation in teams or events designated for females, while allowing males to serve as practice players on female teams under certain conditions, ensuring they do not take away opportunities from female athletes. The act also establishes definitions for key terms such as "athletic association," "team," and "sex," emphasizing that eligibility for female-designated events is based on biological sex as recorded on birth certificates.
Additionally, the bill provides a framework for compliance and enforcement, stating that no adverse actions can be taken against institutions for adhering to the act. It allows individuals who feel deprived of athletic opportunities due to violations of the act to seek legal remedies, including injunctive relief and compensatory damages. The legislation aims to protect women's sports by reinforcing the separation of athletic opportunities based on biological sex and providing avenues for accountability and redress in cases of non-compliance.