Bill > H0500

This bill adds a new chapter to Idaho's existing law to establish the Fairness in Women's Sports Act. The key provisions of the bill include: 1. Designating athletic teams and sports as either for males, females, or coed/mixed based on biological sex. Female teams would not be open to students of the male sex. 2. Allowing schools to resolve disputes over a student's biological sex by requiring a health examination and statement from the student's healthcare provider verifying their sex based on reproductive anatomy, genetics, or natural testosterone levels. 3. Protecting schools and educational institutions from adverse actions for maintaining separate athletic teams based on biological sex. 4. Providing a private cause of action for students who are deprived of athletic opportunities or suffer harm due to violations of the act, as well as for schools that are harmed by violations. The bill cites biological differences between males and females, particularly in terms of natural testosterone levels and physical capabilities, as the rationale for establishing separate sports teams based on biological sex in order to promote equality and opportunities for female athletes.

Government Affairs, Justice

Education Committee (H)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2020/legislation/H0500/