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Congress·In Committee·H.R. 7368

House Republicans' Riley Gaines Act Would Let Female Athletes Sue Schools Over Injuries From Competing Against Biological Males

Riley Gaines Act

about 2 months ago·View on Congress.gov

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Key Points

  • This bill would allow female college athletes to sue their schools or athletic associations if they are physically injured while competing against biological males in sports meant only for women.
  • To win a lawsuit, an athlete must prove the school was careless and that the injury happened because of the physical advantages of the male athlete.
  • If a female athlete wins her case, she could receive money for her injuries, the value of a lost scholarship, or the loss of a future professional sports career.
  • The bill also requires the school or athletic association to pay the athlete's legal fees if she wins the case in court.
  • This proposal aims to address concerns about safety and fairness in women's sports by holding institutions legally responsible for who they allow to compete.
EducationCivil Rights

Impact Analysis

Personal Impact

Scores: 1 = low, 5 = highSentiment: -5 to +5 (net benefit)

Milestones

2 milestones2 actions
Feb 4, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Feb 4, 2026

Introduced in House

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Riley Gaines Act

Bill NumberHR 7368
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

(6)
R: 6

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