Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act

H.R. 1028 would require certified national governing bodies of amateur sports to prohibit individuals whose sex is male from participating in athletic competitions designated for females, women, or girls. This would apply to sports organizations ranging from youth club sports through Olympic levels. The bill amends the Ted Stevens Olympic and Amateur Sports Act and establishes new definitions of male, female, and sex for purposes of athletic eligibility. The bill has been approved by the House Judiciary Committee and is now eligible for a floor vote. If enacted, the bill would establish federal standards for athletic eligibility based on biological sex in women's and girls' sports competitions. Supporters argue it protects opportunities for female athletes, while opponents contend it would exclude transgender and intersex individuals from athletics.