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Fair Play for Women Act: Ensuring Equal Opportunities in Sports

This act aims to ensure equal opportunities for women and girls in school and collegiate sports. It introduces new rules against discrimination, increases transparency in participation and funding data, and makes it easier to enforce rights in case of violations. As a result, young female athletes will have better access to resources and fairer competitive conditions.
Key points
Prohibits sex-based discrimination in intercollegiate athletics, covering rules, facilities, and funding.
Allows individuals and institutions to take legal action against discriminatory athletic associations.
Increases data transparency: colleges must report detailed information on participation, scholarships, and expenses for men's and women's sports.
Mandatory annual training for school and university staff, as well as athletes, on Title IX rights.
Introduces civil penalties for institutions repeatedly found in non-compliance with Title IX requirements.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5307
Sponsor: Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT]
Process start date: 2022-12-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fair Play for Women Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5307.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits sex-based discrimination in intercollegiate athletics, covering rules, facilities, and funding.
  • Allows individuals and institutions to take legal action against discriminatory athletic associations.
  • Increases data transparency: colleges must report detailed information on participation, scholarships, and expenses for men's and women's sports.
  • Mandatory annual training for school and university staff, as well as athletes, on Title IX rights.
  • Introduces civil penalties for institutions repeatedly found in non-compliance with Title IX requirements.
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 Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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