Tag: Fairness in Girls Sports Act
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Supreme Court Clears States to Bar Transgender Athletes From Girls’ Sports — Where Does That Leave Maryland?
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that states can restrict girls’ sports teams to biological females, affecting laws in West Virginia and Idaho. This 6-3 decision allows states to define eligibility without individual assessments of transgender athletes, impacting future legislation like Maryland’s proposed “Fairness in Girls’ Sports Act.”
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HB63: Fairness in Girls’ Sports Act Sparks Fresh Clash in Annapolis
The Fairness in Girls’ Sports Act (HB63) is being debated in the Maryland General Assembly. Introduced by Kathy Szeliga, it mandates designating school sports and locker rooms based on biological sex. Supporters emphasize fairness, while opponents cite discrimination. The bill’s history reflects ongoing tensions over transparency and inclusion in legislative discussions.
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