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Reaffirming Women's Rights: Sex Definitions in Federal Law

This resolution aims to reaffirm that, for federal law purposes, sex means biological sex at birth. It clarifies definitions of terms like "woman," "man," "mother," and "father" based on biology, potentially impacting rules for sports, prisons, domestic violence shelters, and other spaces where sex distinctions are important for safety and privacy.
Key points
Sex in federal law will be understood as biological sex (male or female) at birth.
Terms "woman" and "girl" will refer to human females, and "man" and "boy" to human males.
"Mother" will mean a female parent, and "father" a male parent.
Sex distinctions will be maintained in athletics, prisons, shelters, restrooms, and other areas where biology, safety, and privacy are key.
Government agencies will be required to collect sex-disaggregated data based on biological sex at birth.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_1136
Sponsor: Rep. Lesko, Debbie [R-AZ-8]
Process start date: 2022-05-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Establishing a Women's Bill of Rights to reaffirm legal protections afforded to women under Federal law.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_1136.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-05-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Sex in federal law will be understood as biological sex (male or female) at birth.
  • Terms "woman" and "girl" will refer to human females, and "man" and "boy" to human males.
  • "Mother" will mean a female parent, and "father" a male parent.
  • Sex distinctions will be maintained in athletics, prisons, shelters, restrooms, and other areas where biology, safety, and privacy are key.
  • Government agencies will be required to collect sex-disaggregated data based on biological sex at birth.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lesko, Debbie [R-AZ-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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