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Introduced
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
In Committee
02/28/2025
02/28/2025
Crossed Over
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend various titles of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated so as to provide for separate restroom and changing areas for males and females in schools; to provide for sleeping arrangements on school trips to be made according to sex; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for noncompliance; to provide for private causes of action; to provide for exceptions; to provide for certain athletic activities to be designated as either for males, females, or coeducational; to prohibit males from participating in certain athletic activities designated as being for females; to provide for a method to determine sex; to provide for schools to be protected from complaints for compliance with statutes; to provide for definitions throughout the Official Code of Georgia Annotated of certain terms relating to sex; to provide for legislative findings on the importance of certain distinctions between the sexes; to require any collector of vital statistics throughout this state to identify each individual as either male or female; to replace the term "gender" throughout the Code with "sex"; to provide for definitions; to provide for conforming changes; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, named the Riley Gaines Act, comprehensively addresses issues related to sex-based distinctions in educational settings across Georgia, focusing primarily on athletics, restroom usage, and privacy. The bill defines "sex" strictly as biological sex determined at or near birth, and requires public schools, local school systems, and postsecondary institutions to designate restrooms, changing areas, and athletic teams based on biological sex. Key provisions include prohibiting males from competing on female athletic teams, requiring separate sleeping arrangements by sex during school trips, and allowing single-sex teams based on competitive skill or contact sports. The bill provides mechanisms for enforcement, including allowing private causes of action for individuals who believe their rights have been violated, and requires vital statistics collectors to identify individuals as either male or female. Additionally, the bill replaces the term "gender" with "sex" throughout Georgia's legal code and includes legislative findings emphasizing the importance of biological sex distinctions. The bill aims to protect what it describes as privacy, safety, and fairness in educational settings, particularly in athletic contexts, by establishing clear sex-based guidelines for facilities, competitions, and accommodations.
Committee Categories
Education, Justice
Sponsors (6)
Josh Bonner (R)*,
Sandy Donatucci (R)*,
Ginny Ehrhart (R)*,
Jan Jones (R)*,
Todd Jones (R)*,
Will Wade (R)*,
Last Action
Senate Judiciary: Hb 267 Subcommittee (17:00:00 3/19/2025 125 CAP) (on 03/19/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/69927 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/234391 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/233877 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/233573 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/231332 |
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