North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session

North Dakota Senate Bill SCR4010

Introduced
1/29/25  

Caption

A concurrent resolution urging the the National Collegiate Athletic Association to revoke its transgender student-athlete eligibility policy, which directly discriminates against female student athletes in collegiate women's sports.

Impact

If enacted, SCR4010 would impact the existing policies of the NCAA and potentially other athletic governing bodies across the United States. The resolution asserts that collegiate athletic participation significantly benefits young girls by promoting their physical and mental well-being, self-confidence, and future potential in sports. The bill references Title IX, which mandates gender equality in collegiate athletics, and the historical context of protecting women's opportunities in sports, reinforcing the belief that biological differences put women at a disadvantage in competitions against transgender athletes.

Summary

SCR4010 is a concurrent resolution put forth by the Senate of North Dakota urging the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) to revoke its transgender student-athlete eligibility policy. The resolution argues that this policy discriminates against female student athletes by allowing biological males to compete on women's sports rosters. The bill emphasizes the importance of protecting collegiate women's opportunities to compete and calls for a biological sex-based policy across all sports to safeguard the integrity of women's athletics.

Contention

The bill has sparked significant debate on the topic of inclusivity versus fairness in sports. Supporters argue that allowing transgender females to compete undermines the hard-earned opportunities for women in sports, suggesting that biological advantages could jeopardize their safety and success. Conversely, critics may contend that the resolution discriminates against transgender individuals and that athletic opportunities should be inclusive of all gender identities. The discussions surrounding SCR4010 reflect broader societal debates on gender identity, rights, and the implications for women's sports.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

ND HB1249

Requiring schools to designate their athletic teams and sports for male, female, or coed participation and limitations on use of governmental property for athletic events.

ND HB1489

Requiring institutions of higher education designating athletic teams and sports for male, female, or coed participation.

ND SCR4003

A concurrent resolution congratulating the University of Jamestown women's volleyball team for its outstanding season and for securing the university's first National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics national championship.

ND HCR3010

A concurrent resolution urging public schools and public entities, including agencies or departments that collect vital statistics, to protect women's rights by distinguishing between the sexes according to biological sex at birth for the purpose of providing equal opportunities and ensuring the privacy and safety of women and girls.

ND HB1522

Preferred pronouns and providing accommodations to a transgender student; to provide a penalty; and to declare an emergency.

ND HCR3022

A concurrent resolution directing the Legislative Management to consider studying and clarifying the roles of the State Board of Public School Education, the Superintendent of Public Instruction, the boards of public school districts, and the North Dakota High School Activities Association, as they relate to proper spectator conduct, including the clarification of expectations and consequences for violating those expectations, and the promotion of good sportsmanship and good citizenship, including embracing diversity.

ND HCR3006

A concurrent resolution urging Congress to support policies to increase oil refining capacity in the United States.

ND SCR4007

A concurrent resolution directing the Legislative Management to consider studying the formation of a search and rescue volunteer association.

ND HB1526

The definition of a discriminatory practice and reproductive health education requirements; and to provide a penalty.

ND HCR3026

A concurrent resolution directing the Legislative Management to consider studying improving re-entry outcomes for incarcerated adults and youth.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.