01 — The Text
What.
- Resolution urges NCAA to scrap its current transgender student-athlete eligibility policy.
- Calls on NCAA to require all member conferences adopt biology-based eligibility standards for women's sports across all divisions.
- No federal funding or enforcement mechanism—pressures NCAA through nonbinding congressional language.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Transgender athletes could face stricter eligibility restrictions under new standards, affecting their sports participation.
- Women's athletics programs would need to align policies with biological sex categories rather than current NCAA framework.
- Debate pits inclusion and fairness concerns against each other—no clear consensus on best policy approach.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Resolution introduced in House on Jan. 15, now in Education and Workforce Committee—must pass committee before floor vote.
- NCAA is private organization; Congress cannot mandate changes but can pressure through rhetoric and potential future legislation.
- Contact your House representative to support or oppose if this issue matters to you.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Jan 15, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- Jan 15, 2025 — Submitted in House
- Jan 15, 2025 — Submitted in House
- Jan 15, 2025 — Submitted in House