Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025

Bill 119 s 9, also known as the "Title IX Protection Act," aims to clarify how sex is determined for the purposes of compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 in athletics. The bill states that sex should be recognized solely based on a person's reproductive biology and genetics at birth.

This means that individuals would be classified as male or female based on their biological sex at birth, rather than their gender identity. This distinction is important in the context of athletics, as Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any educational program or activity that receives federal funding, including sports programs.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to ensure fair competition in women's sports and protect opportunities for female athletes. They believe that allowing individuals to compete based on their gender identity could give an unfair advantage to transgender athletes. Critics of the bill, however, argue that it discriminates against transgender individuals and goes against the principles of inclusion and equality. They believe that individuals should be able to participate in sports based on their gender identity, rather than their biological sex. Overall, the passage of Bill 119 s 9 would have significant implications for how sex is determined in athletics and could spark further debate on the intersection of gender identity and sports participation.