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TX SB3Relating to requiring public school students to compete in interscholastic athletic competitions based on biological sex.
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Introduced
09/20/2021
09/20/2021
In Committee
09/27/2021
09/27/2021
Crossed Over
09/22/2021
09/22/2021
Passed
Dead
10/19/2021
10/19/2021
Introduced Session
87th Legislature 3rd Special Session
Bill Summary
Relating to requiring public school students to compete in interscholastic athletic competitions based on biological sex.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Texas Education Code to require public school students to compete in interscholastic athletic competitions based on their biological sex as stated on their birth certificate or other government record. The bill allows female students to compete in male-designated competitions if a corresponding female competition is not offered. The University Interscholastic League is tasked with adopting rules to implement this requirement, subject to approval by the state commissioner.
Committee Categories
Education, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (9)
Charles Perry (R)*,
Brian Birdwell (R),
Dawn Buckingham (R),
Brandon Creighton (R),
Bob Hall (R),
Bryan Hughes (R),
Lois Kolkhorst (R),
Angela Paxton (R),
Drew Springer (R),
Last Action
Co-author authorized (on 10/04/2021)
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