US EditionGov. Greg Abbott signs law banning trans athletes from college sports amid Denton protest
- Governor Greg Abbott ceremonially signed the "Save Women's Sports Act" in Texas, which prohibits biological men from competing against women in college sports, citing concerns about unfair advantages due to biological differences.
- Supporters of the law argue that it is necessary to protect the integrity of women's sports and prevent transgender athletes from having a competitive edge.
- However, opponents view the law as discriminatory and argue that it puts a target on the backs of LGBTQ Texans, potentially leading to increased violence, harassment, and discrimination.
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Gov. Greg Abbott Signs 'Save Women’s Sports Act'
Governor Greg Abbott held a ceremony in Denton, Texas, where he signed Senate Bill 15. The legislation concerns collegiate athletes in the state of Texas who compete on sports teams segregated by players' "biological sex."
Morning brief: Gov. Abbott signs "Save Women's Sports Act" at TWU
Good morning, Denton! Gov. Greg Abbott signed the bill known as the "Save Women's Sports Act" in a ceremony at TWU yesterday. Meanwhile, we are set to experience more potentially dangerous temperatures this week — make sure to stay cool,…
Riley Gaines, Paula Scanlan join Texas Gov Greg Abbott in ceremonial signing of Save Women’s Sports Act
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott was joined by former collegiate swimmers Riley Gaines and Paula Scanlan on Monday for a ceremonial signing of the Save Women’s Sports Act, which prohibits biological males from competing in women’s sports in colleges and universities across the state. The bill, which was signed into law on June 15, follows a similar piece of legislation Abbott signed in 2021 that requires public school teams through high school in Texas "t…
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