S. 1988: To prohibit the participation of males in athletic programs or activities at the military service academies that are designated for women or girls.

The bill titled "To prohibit the participation of males in athletic programs or activities at the military service academies that are designated for women or girls" aims to establish rules regarding participation in athletic programs at several military academies, specifically those designed for female athletes. Below are the key elements of the bill:

Prohibition on Male Participation

The Secretary of Defense is mandated to ensure that:

• The United States Military Academy
• The United States Naval Academy
• The United States Air Force Academy

do not allow individuals identified as male to participate in athletic programs or activities that are exclusively designated for women or girls.

Training and Practicing Guidelines

While the bill prohibits male participation in designated women’s athletic programs, it clarifies that:

• Males may be allowed to train or practice with these programs or activities.
• However, such training or practice must not take away opportunities for females in terms of:
• Roster spots on teams or sports
• Opportunities to participate in practices or competitions
• Scholarships
• Admission to educational institutions
• Any other benefits associated with participating in the athletic programs or activities

Definitions

The bill includes specific definitions to clarify key terms:

• The term athletic programs and activities includes all programs linked to participation on any athletic team.
• The term sex is defined as a person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth.

Objective of the Bill

The overarching goal of this legislation is to set clear guidelines about gender participation in athletics at military academies, ensuring that programs for women and girls remain intact and protected from male participation.

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