Senator Justice Releases Statement on SCOTUS Ruling Protecting Women’s Sports

LEWISBURG, WV – Today, Senator Jim Justice released a statement following the Supreme Court upholding West Virginia law in the case of West Virginia v. B.P.J: “As Governor, I signed the Save Women’s Sports Act into law because it was just plain common sense. As a coach, I know our girls work too hard and sacrifice too much to have the deck stacked against them. Today is a BIG win for female athletes all across this country. I’m proud West Virginia had the courage to lead the way. We stood up first, and now the rest of America can see we got it right,” said Senator Jim Justice . BACKGROUND: As Governor, Senator Jim Justice signed the Save Women’s Sports Act into law in 2021. While serving in the Senate, Senator Justice sent a letter to the NCAA to protect women’s locker rooms, signed onto legislation protecting female athletes, and rallied with others in front of the Supreme Court on this issue. # # #