New Jersey Panel Approves New Rules For Transgender Student Athletes

ROBBINSVILLE, N.J. (AP) - Transgender high school athletes in New Jersey no longer have to prove their gender identity.

The New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association on Wednesday approved a policy that allows athletes to notify the school administration if they want to change gender. Previously, they needed a doctor's note or official documentation.

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The organization says the transgender community has criticized that someone had to prove their transgender status.

Students will not be permitted to switch genders from season to season.

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An appeals process will be available to schools to raise concerns about safety or competitive imbalance.

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