The bill amends existing laws regarding school sports by expanding the prohibition on male students competing on female-designated teams to include institutions of higher education. It introduces new definitions for "interscholastic athletic activity" and "school" to encompass collegiate sports and institutions of higher education. Additionally, the bill establishes whistleblower protections for employees who report violations related to this law and provides a private cause of action for students or their guardians who are harmed by violations, allowing them to seek injunctive relief, damages, and attorney fees.

Furthermore, the bill removes governmental immunity in cases of violations and repeals alternate procedures for determining student eligibility. It also includes conforming amendments to ensure consistency within the law. The effective date for this act is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 21-25-101, 21-25-102, 16-4-405, 21-25-201, 21-25-204