Designating October, 10, 2024, as "American Girls in Sports Day".
Impact
The resolution seeks to reaffirm the principles of Title IX, which has provided federal support for girls' participation in sports since its enactment in 1972. It emphasizes the need for ongoing protections in light of reported attempts to undermine these rights, including changes from the current administration. By acknowledging both current sports governance issues and the biological differences that may affect competitive fairness, the resolution aims to establish a strong stance against regulations that could disadvantage biological women in athletics.
Summary
House Resolution 1223 designates October 10, 2024, as 'American Girls in Sports Day' to honor the significant contributions of women in sports and to promote the importance of their protection in competitive environments. The resolution recognizes the impact of athletic participation on young girls, emphasizing improvements to their physical health, self-confidence, and discipline, and highlights historical achievements by female athletes in a range of sporting events, including the Olympics and professional competitions. Furthermore, it calls on sports-governing bodies to safeguard opportunities for biological women and girls in sports against any reforms perceived as threats to these rights.
Contention
HR1223 addresses the contentious debate surrounding the inclusion of transgender athletes in women's sports. The resolution delineates the belief that allowing biological males to compete against biological females creates unfair competitive advantages and risks women's safety. Proponents argue that protecting the integrity of female sports is essential, noting that women have historically lost titles and opportunities to biological males. This perspective has drawn criticism as it frames the discussion within a polarized narrative, sparking discussions about inclusion, fairness, and gender representation in athletics.
This resolution recognizes October 10, 2025, as American Girls in Sports Day. The resolution also calls on sports-governing bodies in the United States and abroad to protect biological women and girls in sports.
A resolution supporting the observation of "National Girls & Women in Sports Day" on February 7, 2024, to raise awareness of and celebrate the achievements of girls and women in sports.
Supporting the designation of the week including June 23, 2025, as "National Women's Sports Week" to celebrate the anniversary of the passage of title IX and the growth of women's sports.
A resolution supporting the designation of the week of June 23 through June 29, 2025, as "National Women's Sports Week" to celebrate the anniversary of the enactment of title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and the growth of women's sports.
Supporting the designation of the week including June 23, 2023, as "National Women's Sports Week" to celebrate the anniversary of the passage of title IX and the growth of women's sports.
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.
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.