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St. George Upholds Human Rights, Transgender Athlete Wins
11/13/2025
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Story summary
- The St. George Select Board voted 3-2 to uphold the Maine Human Rights Act.
- This action allows a transgender child to join a girls' basketball team.
- Public concern from parents about the policy's impact accompanied the discussion.
- St. George Select Board Chair Jane Conrad emphasized the board's obligation to enforce the law.
- No federal law overrides the Maine Human Rights Act.
