S-1988 : Still Just a Bill

The bill S. 1988, introduced by Mr. Tuberville on June 9, 2025, aims to prohibit males from participating in athletic programs or activities at military service academies that are specifically designated for women or girls.

Key provisions include:

• The Secretary of Defense is responsible for ensuring that the United States Military Academy, the United States Naval Academy, and the United States Air Force Academy do not allow individuals whose sex is male to participate in athletic programs or activities designated for women or girls.
• The bill clarifies that it should not be interpreted to prevent males from training or practicing with women's or girls' athletic programs, as long as no female is deprived of opportunities such as a roster spot, participation in practices or competitions, scholarships, admission, or any other benefit associated with the athletic program.
• Definitions provided specify that "athletic programs and activities" encompass all programs or activities conditional upon participation with any athletic team, and "sex" is defined as a person's reproductive biology and genetics at birth.