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Ohio Senate Bill SCR11

Ohio 2023-2024 Regular Session

Ohio Senate Bill SCR11

Caption

Urge excluding sexual orientation, gender identity from Title IX

Impact

The passage of SCR11 seeks to influence federal policy by advocating for amendments to Title IX that would define 'sex' to exclude sexual orientation and gender identity. The supporters of this resolution argue that the current interpretation of Title IX, which includes these categories, poses a threat to women's sports. They contend that allowing individuals who identify as transgender women to compete in women's sports could disadvantage cisgender female athletes, potentially leading to inequalities in competition.

Summary

SCR11 is a concurrent resolution introduced by Senator Brenner during the 135th General Assembly of Ohio, urging Congress and the President of the United States to exclude sexual orientation and gender identity from Title IX. The resolution is a response to the upcoming implementation of regulations associated with Title IX, which would classify discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity as a violation of the law.

Conclusion

Overall, SCR11 represents a concerted effort by certain legislators to reshape the interpretation of Title IX at the federal level, focusing on the implications for women's sports and educational equity. If successful, the resolution could lead to significant changes in how educational institutions address issues of gender identity and sexual orientation, and its outcomes could influence ongoing discussions surrounding gender rights and equality in the United States.

Contention

The resolution has sparked significant debate, with supporters emphasizing the importance of maintaining fair competition for female athletes, while opponents argue that excluding LGBTQ+ individuals from protections under Title IX could undermine the rights and recognition of these communities within educational institutions. Critics express concern that this approach reinforces discrimination and marginalization, calling into question the resolution's alignment with broader civil rights objectives.

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

OH SB608

Prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity

OH SB60

Prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity

OH SB787

Prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity

OH SB711

Modifies provisions relating to discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity

OH SB396

Employment: gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation.

OH HB136

Prohibit sexual orientation or gender identity discrimination

OH HB2069

Relating to the prevention of discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity.

OH HB1283

Insurance - Discrimination - Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

OH SB5

Equality Act This bill prohibits discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity with respect to businesses, employment, housing, federally funded programs, and other settings. Specifically, the bill expands Title II and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to prohibit public accommodations and federally funded programs, respectively, from discriminating based on sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity. It also includes stores, transit services, recreational facilities, and establishments that provide health care, accounting, or legal services as public accommodations under Title II. The bill also expands Title IV (desegregation of public schools) and Title VII (employment discrimination) to specifically include sexual orientation and gender identity. (The Supreme Court held in Bostock v. Clayton County that Title VII's prohibition of employment discrimination based on sex also prohibits employment discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity.) The bill similarly expands the Fair Housing Act (discrimination in public and private housing) to include sexual orientation and gender identity. It also prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity by creditors and with respect to jury selection. The bill defines sex for purposes of the aforementioned provisions to include sex stereotypes, pregnancy, childbirth, sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics.

OH HB15

Equality Act This bill prohibits discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity with respect to businesses, employment, housing, federally funded programs, and other settings. Specifically, the bill expands Title II and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to prohibit public accommodations and federally funded programs, respectively, from discriminating based on sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity. It also includes stores, transit services, recreational facilities, and establishments that provide health care, accounting, or legal services as public accommodations under Title II. The bill also expands Title IV (desegregation of public schools) and Title VII (employment discrimination) to specifically include sexual orientation and gender identity. (The Supreme Court held in Bostock v. Clayton County that Title VII's prohibition of employment discrimination based on sex also prohibits employment discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity.) The bill similarly expands the Fair Housing Act (discrimination in public and private housing) to include sexual orientation and gender identity. It also prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity by creditors and with respect to jury selection. The bill defines sex for purposes of the aforementioned provisions to include sex stereotypes, pregnancy, childbirth, sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics.

Similar Bills

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