Montana State Representative Introduces Bill Banning Males from Female Sports

"Montana’s female athletes deserve a level playing field"

Montana State Rep. Kerri Seekins-Crowe introduced House Bill (HB) 300 last week, which prevents biological males from participating in female athletics.

HB 300 says if an educational institution that operates athletic activities allows biological males to compete in female sports, then that is considered an “unlawful discriminatory practice.”

Furthermore, this bill requires access to restrooms, locker rooms and sleeping quarters to be separated by biological sex.

“Montana’s female athletes deserve a level playing field,” said Seekins-Crowe. “This bill ensures that women’s sports remain a space where dedication and talent—not unfair physical advantages—determine success. We must protect the opportunities, safety, and dignity of all our students, especially young women.”

This rule proposal would not apply to someone who enters an area designated for the opposite sex for custodial or maintenance purposes, medical assistance or an emergency.

HB 300 permits educational institutions to accommodate people protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Also, this bill proposal allows educational institutions to create single-occupancy areas.

Speaker of the House Branden Ler (R-Savage) said “HB 300 is a common-sense measure that reflects Montana’s values.”

“We are proud to support legislation that defends the rights of students and ensures our schools remain places of fairness and dignity,” he said.

The House Judiciary Committee will hear this bill on Friday, January 31.

Seekins-Crowe previously introduced HB 121, which prevents biological males from entering female spaces. The Montana State House passed this bill.

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