House backs resolution honoring Riley Gaines, urging NCAA review; debate splits chamber
House Joint Resolution 33, honoring Riley Gaines and urging the NCAA to review its policies on men competing in women's sports, drew sharp debate along cultural lines before passing 78–14.
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The Tennessee House passed House Joint Resolution 33 on its first regular floor day, a resolution that urges the NCAA to reconsider policies that the sponsor described as disadvantaging women athletes. Representative Garrett introduced the resolution and framed it as rooted in Title IX protections for women in education and athletics.
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