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RI H7732
Bill
Status
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Sherry Roberts
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AI Summary
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Requires all public school and public higher education athletic teams to be designated as male, female, or coed based on biological sex, with teams designated for females prohibited from including students of the male sex
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Applies to interscholastic, intercollegiate, intramural, and club sports at public schools and institutions belonging to NCAA, NAIA, or NJCAA
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Establishes a sex verification process when disputed, requiring a physician's statement based on reproductive anatomy, testosterone levels, and genetic analysis
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Creates private causes of action allowing students to sue for damages if deprived of athletic opportunities, and protects schools from adverse action by government entities or athletic organizations for maintaining sex-separated female teams
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Takes effect January 1, 2027, with a two-year statute of limitations for civil claims
Legislative Description
Categorizes women by their biological identity at birth rather than their gender identity for purpose of organized sports.
Education
Last Action
Withdrawn at sponsor's request
3/6/2026