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NCAA transgender athlete lawsuit tossed by judge: What to know

NCAA transgender athlete lawsuit tossed by judge: What to know

Summary

A judge ruled that the NCAA is not covered by Title IX because it does not receive money from the federal government. Title IX is a law that stops discrimination based on sex in schools and programs that get federal funds.

Key Facts

  • The NCAA is a group that organizes college sports.
  • Title IX is a law that protects against sex discrimination in education programs getting federal money.
  • The judge decided the NCAA does not get federal funding directly.
  • Because of this, Title IX does not apply to the NCAA.
  • This ruling means the lawsuit against the NCAA based on Title IX was dismissed.
  • The lawsuit involved a transgender athlete and the NCAA’s policies.
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