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NJ S856
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Michael Testa
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AI Summary
- Requires all public and private school athletic teams in New Jersey to be designated as male, female, or coed based on biological sex, applying to K-12 schools in the NJSIAA and colleges in the NCAA, NAIA, or NJCAA
- Prohibits students of male sex from participating on teams designated for females, women, or girls
- Establishes a verification process when a student's sex is disputed, requiring a physician's statement based on reproductive anatomy, testosterone levels, and genetic analysis
- Protects schools and colleges from investigation or adverse action by government entities, licensing organizations, or athletic associations for maintaining sex-separated female teams
- Creates a private cause of action allowing students to sue for damages, injunctive relief, and attorney's fees if deprived of athletic opportunities or subjected to retaliation, with a two-year statute of limitations
Legislative Description
"Fairness in Women's Sports Act."
Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Education1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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