Education: athletics; single-sex sports teams; require. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1290.

Michigan House Bill 4066 requires that sports teams in schools be single-sex, meaning that teams are designated for either boys or girls only. This bill amends existing education laws to ensure that students participate in sports based on their sex at birth. The goal is to create fairness in competitive athletics.

Supporters of the bill argue that it promotes fairness and safety in sports by ensuring that biological differences between sexes are acknowledged in competitive environments. They believe that single-sex teams provide equal opportunities for all athletes and protect the integrity of women's sports.

Critics of the bill contend that it discriminates against transgender athletes and undermines inclusivity in sports. They argue that such legislation can harm the mental and emotional well-being of young athletes who may feel excluded or marginalized based on their gender identity.