KEY TAKEAWAYS
A Utah judge ruled Utah High School Activities Association acted properly in restricting transgender athletes in girls sports.
President Trump issued an executive order blocking funds to entities that deny "fair athletic opportunities."
Judge Keith Kelly declined contempt charges against the association, citing compliance necessity with federal mandates.
SALT LAKE CITY — A judge has ruled the Utah High School Activities Association acted properly when it adopted a new policy prohibiting transgender athletes from participating in girls sports, following an executive order from President Donald Trump.
That executive order in February blocked federal education funds to entities that "deprive women and girls of fair athletic opportunities." Although Utah's 3rd District Cou