Kansas Governor Laura Kelly on April 15 vetoed the Fairness in Women’s Sports Act, a bill introduced by Republicans in February 2021 that would bar transgender athletes from competing in girls’ school sports across the state.
“We all want a fair and safe place for our kids to play and compete,” Kelly stated in a statement obtained by Fox4.
However, she added that the bill “came from politicians trying to score political points” and would be “harmful to students and their families” as well as businesses.
“This bill would also undoubtedly harm our ability to attract and retain businesses. It would send a signal to prospective companies that Kansas is more focused on unnecessary and divisive legislation than strategic, pro-growth lawmaking,” Kelly stated.
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