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House Passes Bill to Ban Transgender Women from School Sports

The House approved legislation banning transgender participation in women’s sports, aiming to redefine sex based on biological traits at birth.

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  1. House passes bill protecting women’s sports teams

    The recent passage of the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act represents a significant step towards safeguarding the integrity and fairness of women's sports against the encroachment of biological males.

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  2. House passes bill to ban transgender student-athletes from women's sports

    The recent House legislation banning transgender athletes from women's sports exemplifies a growing trend of leveraging political power to undermine the rights of marginalized groups, framed under the guise of protecting women's sports.

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  3. House Passes Bill Banning Men From Women’s Sports

    The passage of the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act marks a significant victory for supporters of women’s sports, reinforcing the importance of recognizing biological differences in competitive athletics.

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  4. Nearly every House Democrat votes against bill to protect women's sports

    The passage of the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act reflects a decisive effort by House Republicans to affirm a strict definition of sex in sports, emphasizing a belief that gender identity should not dictate participation in women's athletics.

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  5. House Republicans pass bill to ban trans women and girls from school sports

    The recent passage of the legislation to block transgender women and girls from school sports highlights a troubling shift towards greater federal oversight in areas that should remain a matter of personal identity and local governance.

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  6. Democrats Cross Party Lines To Help House GOP Pass Bill Banning Transgender Students from Girls’ Sports

    The passage of the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act signifies a crucial step in reinforcing the notion that biological differences dictate participation in sports, reflecting a broader commitment to safeguarding women's rights in competitive arenas.

    Democrats Cross Party Lines To Help House GOP Pass Bill Banning Transgender Students from Girls’ Sports

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  7. These two Democrats voted for House Republicans’ bill to bar transgender athletes from girls’ sports

    By siding with Republicans to restrict transgender athletes in women's sports, Gonzalez and Cuellar reflect a growing concern among some Democrats that the party must better align with the values of their constituents, particularly in conservative-leaning districts.

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  8. House passes bill that would ban transgender athletes from women and girls' sports

    The recent push for the "Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act" highlights a troubling trend where political agendas overshadow legitimate discussions about the complexities of gender, leaving many to wonder how this will truly serve the interests of female athletes.

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  9. These two Democrats voted for anti-trans sports bill

    The recent vote forcing Democrats to publicly address their stance on transgender participation in sports highlights the growing skepticism among Americans regarding inclusion in women's athletics, putting the party in a precarious position as they navigate a contentious electoral landscape.

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  10. House passes ban on transgender students in girls sports

    The passage of the 'Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act' underscores the Republican Party's strategic embrace of a divisive issue, as they aim to redefine sex in a way that effectively sidelines transgender women from competing in sports, all while framing it as a matter of fairness for biological females.

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  11. House clears bill banning transgender women from girls’ sports

    The passage of the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act marks a troubling trend of legislators targeting transgender youth, disguised as a defense of women's sports, revealing a deeper cultural battle over inclusion and rights.

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  12. BREAKING: House passes bill protecting women’s sports

    The passage of the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025 represents a significant step towards preserving the integrity of women's sports.

    BREAKING: House passes bill protecting women’s sports

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  13. Just Two House Democrats Vote For Bill To Keep Men Out Of Women’s Sports

    The overwhelming opposition from House Democrats to the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act reflects a growing divide on how to approach issues of fairness and safety in sports amidst changing societal views on gender identity.

    Just Two House Democrats Vote For Bill To Keep Men Out Of Women’s Sports

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  14. House passes bill banning transgender athletes in women's sports

    The passage of the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act is a clear indication of how partisan politics continue to overshadow substantive discussions about the rights of individuals and the integrity of women's sports.

    House passes bill banning transgender athletes in women's sports

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  15. House passes bill to limit trans women's participation in sports

    The recent passage of legislation restricting transgender women from competing in women's athletics reflects a troubling shift in bipartisan dynamics, as even some Democrats are beginning to align with the GOP's controversial culture war bills in the wake of their electoral defeats.

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Updated: Jan 14th, 2025, 10:44 PM ET

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The U.S. House passed the 'Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act', banning transgender athletes from participating in women's teams in federally funded schools. Approved 218-206, the bill enjoys limited bipartisan support, with two Democrats voting for it. Proponents, including Rep. Greg Steube, argue it preserves fairness in women's sports, while critics claim it threatens transgender rights and could lead to harmful scrutiny of young athletes. The bill now heads to the Senate, where its future remains uncertain amid potential challenges from Democrats concerned over its implications.


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