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TX HB4043

TX HB4043
Relating to requiring public school students to participate in interscholastic athletic activities based on biological sex, including a report regarding university athletic participation based on biological sex.


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Introduced
03/11/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2021

Introduced Session

87th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

Relating to requiring public school students to participate in interscholastic athletic activities based on biological sex, including a report regarding university athletic participation based on biological sex.

AI Summary

This bill relates to requiring public school students in Texas to participate in interscholastic athletic activities based on their biological sex as determined at birth and stated on their official birth certificate. It allows female students to participate in male-designated athletic activities if a corresponding female activity is not offered. The bill also requires university systems in Texas to create a report on how university athletics and participation may be affected if a similar provision is adopted for university athletics. The bill applies beginning with the 2021-2022 school year and takes effect immediately or on September 1, 2021, depending on the vote of the legislature.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Public Education (on 03/29/2021)

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