Senate blocks voting bill's amendment on transgender athletes during rare weekend session - CBS News

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March 21, 2026
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Senate blocked amendment on transgender athletes during weekend voting bill session.

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Senate held rare weekend session to vote on amendment regarding transgender athletes in voting legislation.

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