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GA lawmakers propose the Riley Gaines Act barring biological males from playing in girls’ sports

State Senate passes bill restricting what sports transgender students can play Supporters insist it’s a victory for women’s sports. Critics say it will marginalize transgender students. (WSBTV.com News Staff)

Georgia house Republican lawmakers have proposed the Riley Gaines Act barring biological males from playing in girls sports and requiring separate locker rooms.

House Speaker Jon Burns says, “this is simply about fairness and common sense.”

The law would apply to all public schools and universities.

The rules also apply to private schools that play against public schools.

A similar bill has been introduced in the state senate

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