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GOP Lawmakers Demand OSAA Takes Action On Transgender Athletes

SALEM, OR -- Prineville State Representative Vikki Breese-Iverson is among a group of a dozen female Republican lawmakers demanding action by the Oregon Schools Activities Association, after a transgender student placed third in the girls’ division at a Sherwood track competition.

The GOP women signed a letter to the OSAA director, saying they are "left with no choice" but to encourage parents to withdraw their girls from competitions in which biologically male athletes are allowed to participate. They also say they plan to pursue a statutory change in the 2025 session to remove records set by biologically male athletes in girls sports.

They ask the OSAA to change its Gender Identity Participation policy, which currently states a goal to promote harmony and fair competition among schools. Click HERE to read the full letter. 

OSAA Executive Director Peter Weber tells KBND News he's consulting with the Executive Board and counsel "to provide a response to these legislators."

 


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