The bill is similar to legislation filed in other states trying to keep transgender students out of girls' sports.
Rep. Nancy Barto, R-Phoenix, argued her"Save Women's Sports Act" is a matter of fairness for female athletes.
The restrictions would apply at both public and private schools, including community colleges and universities. "Female student-athletes should not be forced to compete in a sport against biological males, who possess inherent physiological advantages. When this is allowed, it discourages female participation in athletics and, worse, it can result in women and girls being denied crucial educational and financial opportunities," Barto said in a statement.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Rep. Collins to challenge appointed Sen. Loeffler in GOP clash in GeorgiaThe top Trump ally in the House is setting his sights on filling the remaining two years of former senator Johnny Isakson’s term.
Read more »
Rep. Crow: Trump's legal team 'peddled Russian propaganda', 'made points for us'House impeachment manager Jason Crow reacts to President Trump's impeachment trial defense, saying that his team 'made a lot of points for us' when not peddling in 'Russian propaganda.'
Read more »
GOP Rep. Doug Collins to run for Senate in GeorgiaRep. Doug Collins, one of President Donald Trump's top allies in Congress, will announce a campaign against GOP Sen. Kelly Loeffler, according to a Georgia Republican.
Read more »
'Success Kid' Sends Legal Threat to Rep. Steve King Over Campaign'Success kid' sends a cease and desist letter to Rep. Steve King to ensure he stops using his image.
Read more »
Trump praises party-switching Rep. Van Drew, decries impeachment in blue-state campaign rallyDuring his visit to the coastal resort town of Wildwood in Van Drew's Republican-leaning district, Trump depicted Van Drew as a symbol for Democratic dissatisfaction with party leadership.
Read more »