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U.S. Senator Roger Marshall has introduced the Defining Male and Female Act of 2024, aiming to establish legal definitions of male, female, and sex based on biological criteria. The bill seeks to counter what Marshall describes as a shift towards "dangerous radical gender ideology" during the Biden-Harris Administration.

Senator Marshall's proposal is supported by Senators Mike Crapo, James Risch, and Cindy Hyde-Smith in the Senate, with U.S. Representative Mary Miller introducing a companion bill in the House. Marshall stated his belief that legislation is necessary to define sex scientifically rather than ideologically: “We must codify the legal definition of sex to be based on science rather than feelings.”

Representative Miller expressed her support for the bill by criticizing the current administration’s policies: “Since taking office in 2021, the Biden-Harris administration has embarked on a radical transgender agenda... The Defining Male and Female Act will prevent any future administration from ever again redefining Title IX.”

The bill has garnered backing from several organizations including Heritage Action and Alliance Defending Freedom. Ryan Walker from Heritage Action commended Dr. Marshall for defending science and protecting women and girls in sports.

Penny Nance from Concerned Women for America LAC emphasized that defining male and female legally is crucial due to recent developments: “It’s a shame that we need legislation defining the difference between male and female... gender ideology has allowed men to invade these vulnerable places.”

Matt Sharp from Alliance Defending Freedom also voiced support: “Our laws should reflect biological truth, not erase it. We applaud Dr. Roger Marshall for standing up for truth.”

This legislative effort follows ongoing debates over interpretations of Title VII and Title IX concerning gender identity discrimination after the Supreme Court ruling in Bostock v. Clayton County in 2020.