The U.S. Senate is set to vote on the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act next week. Sponsored by Sen. Tommy Tuberville, the bill aims to prevent transgender athletes from participating in girls’ or women’s sports in schools that receive federal funding. Tuberville has been advocating for the bill to be brought to the Senate floor, citing the need to restore Title IX protections. The legislation is a significant issue for Tuberville and the Republicans, with the House already passing a similar bill with bipartisan support, including two Democrats. The bill’s passage in the Senate would require the support of at least seven Senate Democrats. Tuberville took to social media to urge all senators to back the bill and protect women and girls in sports. In response to President Trump’s executive order on the issue, Tuberville is seeking to make the restrictions permanent through legislation. A recent survey showed that 79% of Americans believe that men should not be allowed to compete in women’s sports. The upcoming vote on the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act is expected to be a significant moment in the ongoing debate over transgender athletes’ participation in sports.
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