A Democrat in Congress has finally stepped up to protect female athletes.  On December 10, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-HI)  introduced the Protect Women’s Sports Act along with Rep. Markwayne Mullin (R-OK).

In a press release, Rep. Gabbard said: “Title IX is being weakened by some states who are misinterpreting Title IX, creating uncertainty, undue hardship and lost opportunities for female athletes. Our legislation protects Title IX’s original intent which was based on the general biological distinction between men and women athletes based on sex.  It is critical that the legacy of Title IX continues to ensure women and girls in sports have the opportunity to compete and excel on a level playing field.”

We hope similar, bipartisan legislation will be reintroduced in the next Congress.

For more information on the current threat to women’s sports and Title IX, see our blog on the Idaho “Fairness in Women’s Sports Act” case.

photo by Gage Skidmore