Gov. Burgum Fails to Protect North Dakota Girls from Discrimination in Sports

April 21
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
APRIL 21, 2021

Gov. Burgum Fails to Protect North Dakota Girls from Discrimination in Sports

(Bismarck, N.D. April 21, 2021) – Today, Governor Burgum vetoed the Fairness in Girls’ Sports bill, HB1298, important legislation that would have ensured a fair playing field for female athletes in North Dakota. This is the same type of legislation that over thirty states are now considering and four have already signed into law.  
Statement from Mark Jorritsma, President and Executive Director: 

“Governor Burgum today vetoed the Fairness in Girls’ Sports Bill, HB1298. It was particularly disappointing, given the clear support for the bill by the Legislature and the strong support from across the state asking him to sign the bill into law.

“He has now ensured that North Dakota girls engaged in K-12 sports competitions will be easy targets for discrimination, simply because they are female. The clock on women’s rights in North Dakota was just set back 50 years. 

“Family Policy Alliance of North Dakota appreciates the resounding support the Fairness in Girls’ Sports bill received in the legislature and we now call on the House and Senate to override Governor Burgum’s troubling veto and send a strong message, letting North Dakota girls know that we support them.” 

For media inquiries or to schedule an interview with Mark Jorritsma, contact Robert Noland at:  719-308-2822 or media@familypolicyalliance.com.

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Family Policy Alliance of North Dakota is a Christ-centered organization with a vision for a nation where God is honored, religious freedom flourishes, families thrive and life is cherished.