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US HB7368

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

John McGuire

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Origin

House of Representatives

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Creates a private right of civil action allowing female student athletes to sue institutions of higher education and athletic associations in federal district court

  • Applies when institutions negligently or recklessly permit biologically male student athletes to compete in competitions designated exclusively for female athletes

  • Requires the female athlete to have suffered physical injury attributed to the inherent physiological advantages of the biologically male competitor

  • Damages may include compensation for physical injuries as well as the value of lost scholarships or professional opportunities

  • Prevailing plaintiffs are entitled to recover reasonable attorney's fees from the defendant institution or association

Legislative Description

Riley Gaines Act

Sports and recreation

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/4/2026

Full Bill Text

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