H.R.2452 - Keep Our Girls Safe Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.2452, the "Keep Our Girls Safe Act of 2025," seeks to amend Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. It stipulates that for compliance with Title IX, locker rooms in educational programs must be designated for use only by individuals of the same sex, determined solely by reproductive biology and genetics at birth. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 27, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce.
Expected Effects
If enacted, this bill would mandate that schools receiving federal funding under Title IX must enforce locker room policies based on biological sex at birth. This could lead to changes in school policies regarding transgender and gender non-conforming students' access to facilities. The bill's implementation would likely spark legal challenges and debates regarding discrimination and equal access.
Potential Benefits
- Could provide a sense of safety and privacy for some students who prefer sex-segregated facilities.
- May reduce potential discomfort or anxiety among students who are not comfortable sharing facilities with individuals of the opposite biological sex.
- Could align school policies with the preferences of some parents and community members.
- May prevent potential legal challenges related to privacy concerns from certain groups.
- Reinforces traditional views on sex and gender within educational settings.
Potential Disadvantages
- Could be discriminatory towards transgender and gender non-conforming students, potentially violating their rights under Title IX.
- May create a hostile or unwelcoming environment for transgender students, leading to social isolation and psychological distress.
- Could lead to legal challenges based on equal protection and anti-discrimination laws.
- May require schools to implement costly and potentially invasive methods of verifying students' biological sex.
- Could negatively impact school climate and inclusivity.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill's constitutional alignment is questionable, particularly concerning the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment. While the bill aims to clarify Title IX, its focus on biological sex at birth could be interpreted as discriminatory against transgender individuals. This raises concerns about whether the bill provides equal protection under the law. Further legal challenges would likely be needed to determine its constitutionality.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).