Bill > AB932

This bill amends Section 53080 of the Government Code to strengthen protections against sex or gender discrimination in community youth athletics programs and interscholastic athletic programs. The bill expands existing anti-discrimination provisions to cover not just cities, counties, and special districts, but also local educational agencies like school districts, county offices of education, and charter schools. It prohibits these entities from discriminating against any person on the basis of sex or gender in the operation, administration, or conduct of youth athletic programs, or in the allocation of parks, recreation, and school facilities that support these programs. The bill requires courts to consider multiple factors when determining whether discrimination exists, such as the proportional representation of genders in athletic programs, the provision of equipment and supplies, scheduling of games and practices, coaching opportunities, facility access, and other relevant aspects. If a court finds discrimination, the bill allows for civil actions seeking injunctive relief or monetary damages. Additionally, the bill includes specific definitions for key terms like "community youth athletics program" and "local educational agency" to provide clarity. If the Commission on State Mandates determines that the bill imposes state-mandated costs, local agencies and school districts will be reimbursed according to existing statutory procedures.

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