Washington State Proposes 'Open Division' for Transgender High School Athletes

The proposal aims to create a separate division for transgender athletes while restricting girls' divisions to those assigned female at birth.

The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) has proposed two amendments to address transgender participation in high school sports.
One amendment would establish a girls' division limited to athletes assigned female at birth and an open division for all gender identities.
The proposal seeks to ensure fair competition and a supportive environment for all student-athletes, while addressing concerns over biological advantages in girls' sports.
The amendments follow recent controversies, including transgender athletes winning girls' state championships in track and cross-country events.
The WIAA will discuss and potentially adopt the proposed amendments during its Winter Coalition meeting on January 27, 2025.