Florida High School Athletics Makes History: Menstrual Questions Removed from Forms

The Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) has removed all questions regarding menstruation from their required medical evaluation form. This move comes after Congress introduced a bill that would prohibit the FHSAA from requiring female athletes to provide information about their menstrual cycles.

The FHSAA’s decision was praised by many who argued that the questions were unnecessary and invasive. In a statement, the FHSAA said that the questions were removed to “ensure that all of our student-athletes are treated with respect and dignity.”

The bill, which was introduced by Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz, aims to put an end to the practice of asking female athletes to provide information about their menstrual cycles. According to the bill, the practice is “invasive and discriminatory.”

In addition to the bill, several organizations have spoken out against the practice, including the American Civil Liberties Union and the National Women’s Law Center.

The FHSAA’s decision is a major victory for those who have been advocating for the removal of the questions. It is a step towards creating a more equitable and inclusive environment for female athletes.