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Maine Senate votes to not pass bill that would ban trans athletes from girls sports

The Maine Senate voted against legislation that would have prevented transgender athletes from participating in girls' and women's sports and barred transgender females from accessing women's restrooms in 2025.
This vote occurred amid ongoing conflicts between the Mills administration, supporting an inclusive Title IX interpretation, and Republicans pushing restrictions aligned with the Trump administration's policies.
The controversy has prompted legal actions, including a May 2 settlement between Maine and the USDA over previously frozen federal funding linked to alleged Title IX violations, with funding primarily supporting meals and care programs for vulnerable groups.
Senator Mike Tipping emphasized the importance of defending transgender rights, declaring the necessity of showing strong support for trans individuals, while Adam Klein voiced deep sadness and frustration over the widespread discrimination faced by trans children across the country.
The Senate's decision reflects resistance against legislation that advocates say erodes transgender protections, indicating ongoing political and social debates about transgender rights in Maine and nationwide.

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