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Fair Play for Women Act: Enhancing Equity and Transparency in Sports.

This Act aims to boost equality for women and girls in school and collegiate sports by prohibiting sex-based discrimination by athletic associations. It introduces new requirements for collecting and publishing data on sports participation and funding, giving citizens better insight into whether schools provide equal opportunities. Additionally, it strengthens the right to seek remedies for discrimination and mandates annual Title IX training for staff and athletes.
Key points
Prohibits sex-based discrimination by intercollegiate athletic associations, covering rules, sponsorship, and funding.
Increased data transparency: schools must report detailed information on participants, scholarships, expenses, and coaches, disaggregated by sex and race/ethnicity.
Easier legal action: individuals experiencing discrimination can more easily file lawsuits in federal or state courts, with the possibility of compensatory damages.
Mandatory training: athletic staff and athletes in elementary, secondary, and higher education institutions will receive annual training on Title IX rights and complaint procedures.
Civil penalties for non-compliant institutions: The Secretary of Education can impose civil penalties on higher education institutions that fail to comply with gender equity requirements in sports.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7269
Sponsor: Rep. Adams, Alma S. [D-NC-12]
Process start date: 2024-02-07
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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 118_HR_7269.

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 2024-02-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits sex-based discrimination by intercollegiate athletic associations, covering rules, sponsorship, and funding.
  • Increased data transparency: schools must report detailed information on participants, scholarships, expenses, and coaches, disaggregated by sex and race/ethnicity.
  • Easier legal action: individuals experiencing discrimination can more easily file lawsuits in federal or state courts, with the possibility of compensatory damages.
  • Mandatory training: athletic staff and athletes in elementary, secondary, and higher education institutions will receive annual training on Title IX rights and complaint procedures.
  • Civil penalties for non-compliant institutions: The Secretary of Education can impose civil penalties on higher education institutions that fail to comply with gender equity requirements in sports.
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. Adams, Alma S. [D-NC-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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