Butler County Today

State Representative Jennifer Gross expressed her disappointment with Governor DeWine's veto of House Bill 68, the SAFE Act and Save Women's Sports Act. In a statement, Gross stated, "I am extremely disappointed in the Governor's decision to veto House Bill 68—a bill that protects Ohio's children and female student athletes." She further expressed her commitment to working with her colleagues to override the Governor's veto and to stand up for what is best for all Ohioans.

House Bill 68 aimed to protect the rights of Ohio's children and promote fairness in women's sports. It sought to ensure that only biological females would be allowed to compete in women's sports, preventing any unfair advantage that could arise from allowing transgender female athletes to participate.

Gross's disappointment with the Governor's veto is rooted in her belief that House Bill 68 was necessary to safeguard the integrity of women's sports as well as the well-being of Ohio's children. By vetoing the bill, Governor DeWine has potentially opened the door for transgender female athletes to compete in women's sports, raising concerns about fairness and competitiveness.

The State Representative's dedication to standing up for what is best for all Ohioans demonstrates her commitment to championing the interests of her constituents. Gross's support for House Bill 68 from its inception showcases her unwavering belief in the importance of protecting women's sports and ensuring the fair participation of female student athletes.

In order to override the Governor's veto, Gross will need to work collaboratively with her colleagues in the Ohio legislature. It remains to be seen whether there will be enough support to successfully overturn the veto and enact House Bill 68 into law.

As this issue continues to unfold, it is clear that the debate surrounding House Bill 68 and the participation of transgender female athletes in women's sports will remain contentious. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to maintain a level playing field for female athletes, while opponents argue that transgender individuals should be allowed to participate in sports based on their gender identity.

The veto of House Bill 68 by Governor DeWine has sparked a conversation about the rights and inclusion of transgender individuals in sports. It remains to be seen how this conversation will evolve and whether there will be future efforts to address the concerns raised by House Bill 68.

In the meantime, State Representative Jennifer Gross remains committed to advocating for the interests of Ohio's children and female student athletes. She will continue to work with her colleagues to push for the override of the Governor's veto and to protect the integrity of women's sports in the state of Ohio.

To find out more, go to this link: https://ohiohouse.gov/members/jennifer-gross/news/gross-responds-to-governor-dewines-veto-of-house-bill-68-117945