FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 30, 2026
Boise, Idaho — The Idaho Republican Party today hailed the U.S. Supreme Court’s landmark decision in Little v. Hecox, which upheld Idaho’s Fairness in Women’s Sports Act and affirmed that states may maintain women’s and girls’ sports teams for biological females under Title IX and the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment.
Idaho GOP Chairwoman Dorothy Moon praised the ruling as a major victory for fairness, safety, and equal opportunity for female athletes.
“Today’s decision by the Supreme Court is a tremendous win for Idaho girls and women who simply want a level playing field in sports,” said Chairwoman Moon. “The Court correctly recognized that biological sex matters in athletics and that states have the authority to protect female categories. We are proud that Idaho led the way on this issue.”
Moon specifically credited State Representative Barbara Ehardt for her leadership in sponsoring the original Fairness in Women’s Sports Act in 2020.
“Representative Barbara Ehardt had the vision and courage to introduce this legislation years ago when few others were willing to take a stand,” Moon continued. “Her work ensured that Idaho put the safety and opportunities of our daughters first. We thank her for her steadfast commitment to protecting women’s sports.”
The 6-3 ruling reverses lower court decisions and confirms that Idaho’s law—which defines sex based on biology and prohibits biological males from competing on female teams—is fully consistent with federal law. The decision aligns with similar protections now in place in 27 states and policies adopted by major athletic organizations.
“The Supreme Court got it right,” Moon added. “Biological differences between males and females are real and enduring, and they matter in competitive sports. Idaho will continue to stand strong for our female athletes.”
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