Us Congress Senate Bill SR22

Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/13/25
• Refer: 1/13/25

Caption

This resolution calls on the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) to revoke its transgender student-athlete eligibility policy and urges the NCAA to require its member conferences to conform to a biological sex-based policy across all sports and all divisions.

Impact

If adopted, SR22 would express the Senate's call for the NCAA to revoke its policy that allows transgender women (biological males) to compete in women's sports. The resolution argues that such participation undermines competitive fairness and poses safety concerns for biological female athletes. It urges the NCAA to adopt a biological sex-based policy across all sports and divisions, reinstating protections for women's competitive categories. This legislative push reflects broader societal discussions on gender identity and athletic competition, possibly influencing state and federal policies in the realm of sports.

Summary

SR22 is a resolution that addresses the eligibility policy established by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) for women’s sports, specifically regarding the participation of transgender student-athletes. The resolution emphasizes the importance of athletic participation for young girls, highlighting its positive effects on their physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. It acknowledges the historical contributions of female athletes to sports and seeks to ensure that opportunities for women in collegiate athletics are protected based on biological sex, in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

Contention

The key points of contention surrounding SR22 lie in the balance between inclusion and fairness in athletics. Proponents argue that allowing transgender women to compete in women's sports discrimination against biological females, jeopardizing their opportunities and safety. This stance is supported by some legislators who advocate for preserving women's sports as spaces for biological females. Conversely, opponents of the resolution may argue that it discriminates against transgender individuals, potentially infringing on their rights to participate in sports. The debate encapsulates the ongoing tension in society over gender identity, equity in athletics, and the implications of inclusionary policies.

Congress_id

119-SRES-22

Policy_area

Sports and Recreation

Introduced_date

2025-01-13