Designating October, 10, 2024, as "American Girls in Sports Day".
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Introduced on May 10, 2024 by Elise M. Stefanik
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Legislation Details
- Designates October 10, 2024, as “American Girls in Sports Day.”
- Highlights the positive impact of athletic participation on young girls, including improvements in physical health, self-confidence, and discipline.
- Acknowledges the significant achievements of women in sports history, including Olympic and professional competitions.
- Recognizes female athletes as inspirations for generations of women and girls.
- References Title IX as a pivotal moment for federal support of girls in sports.
- Criticizes the Biden Administration for perceived attacks on Title IX and protections for biological women in sports.
- Notes biological differences between men and women that may create competitive disadvantages for women.
- Mentions an increase in biological men competing in women’s sports and the displacement of women from titles, medals, scholarships, and records.
- Cites the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) for implementing policies to protect biological girls in sports.
- Emphasizes the need to protect opportunities for women and girls to compete athletically.
- Connects October 10th to the representation of female XX chromosomes.
Last updated 8/8/2024