Florida Rep. Greg Steube announced today that the House Judiciary Committee, chaired by Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan, has approved his legislation, H.R. 7187, the Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act.
The bill passed out of committee with a vote of 16-15.
The legislation modifies the eligibility rules for amateur sports governing organizations, prohibiting any governing body recognized by the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) from permitting men to participate in female sporting events.
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“Today’s committee action is a step towards safeguarding women’s sports for generations to come. The mainstream Democratic party continues to push radical, anti-women policies at the expense of female athletes at every competition level. I thank my colleagues on the Judiciary Committee for supporting legislation today that honors the integrity of USA Women’s Olympic events and amateur sporting competitions. I urge swift floor action,” said Rep. Steube.
Recent policy changes initiated by USA Boxing highlighted the need for such legislation.
As of January 1, 2024, USA Boxing adopted a Transgender Policy permitting male boxers to compete in the female category under specific conditions. This policy not only endangers female athletes but undermines the principles of a fair playing field.
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Under the Ted Stevens Olympic and Amateur Sports Act, Congress granted the U.S. Olympic Committee authority to recognize governing bodies for individual sports. USA Boxing is recognized as the official governing body for boxing.
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