Congressman McCormick Voted to Pass (H.R. 28) Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025

WASHINGTON - Congressman McCormick, a staunch advocate of protecting women’s rights. Voted in support of H.R. 28, the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025. This vital legislation will amend Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This bill outlines that schools receiving federal funding cannot allow biological men to participate in athletic programs or activities that are designed for women and girls. Furthermore, this bill protects the opportunities and achievements of female athletes and reserves a safe space for them to thrive. 

“Allowing males in women’s sports would be incredibly damaging to female athletes,” said Congressman McCormick (GA-07). “This isn’t just about fairness—it’s about preserving the integrity of female-only spaces and ensuring that women athletes’ hard work and dedication is never undermined.” 

President Trump signed an executive order to protect the safety, fairness, and dignity in women’s sports. Georgia State Senator Greg Dolezal and State Representative Josh Bonner introduced similar bills in Georgia. 

“Title IX has been transformative in providing athletic opportunities so women have a fair chance to compete and become champions,” saidGeorgia Senator Greg Dolezal (GA-27). “Here in Georgia, we will do everything we can to protect our women and girls in sports. That is why I made it a top priority to file my Fair and Safe Athletic Opportunities Act. I am grateful to Congressman McCormick and the Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives for passing H.R. 28, the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025.”

Key Points of the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act (H.R. 28):

• Clarifies that schools receiving federal funding cannot permit biological males to participate in athletic programs or activities designated for women or girls. 
• H.R. 28 is similar to legislation (H.R. 734) the House passed in the 118th Congress by a 219–203 vote on April 20, 2023 
• The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates that H.R. 28's cost will be similar to that of the legislation from the 118th Congress, H.R. 734. The bill could result in a decrease in estimated program authorization.

Media Contacts: 
Julie Singleton: Julie.Singleton@mail.house.gov 
Regan Bruno: Regan.Bruno@mail.house.gov 

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