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How will Trump's executive order about transgender athletes affect Oregon? It's unclear


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Published in Sports and Competition on Wednesday, February 5th 2025 at 20:45 GMT by Oregonian   Print publication without navigation

  • Trump's executive order requests that the Secretary of Education take action against educational institutions and athletic associations that allow transgender athletes to compete in the women's division. The executive order threatens to review grants and rescind funding to institutions that do not comply.

The article from OregonLive discusses the potential impact of former President Donald Trump's executive order on transgender athletes in Oregon. The order, which aimed to bar transgender girls and women from participating in sports consistent with their gender identity, has created uncertainty in Oregon due to the state's existing laws and policies that protect transgender rights. Oregon has laws in place that prevent discrimination based on gender identity, and the Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA) has policies allowing transgender students to participate in sports consistent with their gender identity. Legal experts and advocates in Oregon suggest that the state might not comply with the executive order, potentially leading to a legal conflict. The situation remains unclear as it hinges on future legal interpretations and potential changes in federal policy, especially considering the Biden administration's different stance on transgender issues.

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[ https://www.oregonlive.com/sports/2025/02/how-will-trumps-executive-order-about-transgender-athletes-affect-oregon-its-unclear.html ]

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