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HR10090EconomyIn Committee

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to impose an excise tax on certain institutions of higher education that allow male participation in female intercollegiate athletic programs or events.

Introduced
Aug 13, 2026
4 days ago
Last Action
Aug 13, 2026
4 days ago
1Bill Sponsor
1Bill Co-Sponsors
0Traction
1Months in Committee

Bill Summary

Imposes a tax on colleges and universities that allow men to participate in women's sports teams or events. Requires these institutions to pay an excise tax to the government.

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Sponsored By

Harriet M. Hageman
Republican · Wyoming · House

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Bill Journey

  1. Aug 13, 2026
    Rep. Harriet M. Hageman (R-WY)
  2. Committee on Ways and Means
  3. Aug 13, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects colleges and universities with female athletic programs, potentially increasing their costs. It also impacts female student athletes, as the tax may influence their schools' decisions about team composition and participation policies.

Cosponsors (1)

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