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This joint resolution from the Montana Legislature affirms the state's position that biological males should not participate in girls' and women's sports, while also providing context about the historical importance of Title IX. The resolution highlights Title IX's significant impact on women's athletic participation, noting that female participation in high school sports increased from less than 300,000 in 1972 to 3.5 million in 2021, and collegiate participation rose from 29,997 to 215,486 in the same period. The resolution argues that allowing biological males to compete in women's sports is unfair and discriminatory, potentially preventing women from experiencing the benefits of sports, which include improved academic performance, higher confidence and self-esteem, and development of important life skills. As a result, the resolution calls on the United States Congress to pass the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025 and urges the President to sign it into law. Additionally, the resolution directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to key federal government officials, including the President, congressional leadership, and Montana's Congressional Delegation.

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https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC2445