A Biden administration proposal to forbid outright bans on transgender athletes sparked outrage from conservative leaders while also angering trans rights activists who note schools could still prevent some athletes from participating on teams that align with their gender identity.
The proposed rule, which still faces a lengthy approval process, establishes that blanket bans, like those that have been approved in at least 20 states, would violate Title IX, the landmark gender-equity legislation enacted in 1972. But schools that receive federal funding could still adopt policies that limit transgender students' participation, particularly in more competitive high school and college sports.
U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a New York Democrat, also offered pointed criticism, saying in a tweet that the plan was"indefensible and embarrassing." The U.S. Department of Education declined to comment Friday on criticisms from trans rights advocates. "I would love to see protections expanded to include elite and collegiate sports, but this seems like a good start," said Iszac Henig, a trans man and competitive swimmer at Yale University."Trans athletes should have the ability to compete on the team of their choice if their athletic skills allow it."
The proposal was assailed by many Republican leaders who said they were ready to fight the plan in court.
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