Here's why:
* Scrutiny tests are a fundamental part of judicial review: Courts use scrutiny tests (like strict scrutiny, intermediate scrutiny, and rational basis review) to evaluate the constitutionality of laws. These tests are applied to all laws, regardless of whether they specifically target women or any other protected group.
* Laws affecting women are subject to the same scrutiny as other laws: The Supreme Court has repeatedly ruled that laws that discriminate against women must be subjected to a high level of scrutiny. This means the government must demonstrate a compelling interest in the law and that the law is narrowly tailored to achieve that interest.
* Examples of scrutiny applied to laws concerning women:
* Roe v. Wade (1973): The Court used strict scrutiny to strike down state laws restricting abortion access.
* Craig v. Boren (1976): The Court used intermediate scrutiny to strike down an Oklahoma law that prohibited men under 21 from purchasing beer but allowed women under 21 to purchase beer.
* United States v. Virginia (1996): The Court used strict scrutiny to strike down a Virginia Military Institute's male-only admission policy.
Therefore, the statement that laws concerning women are not subject to scrutiny tests is inaccurate. Laws affecting women are subject to the same scrutiny tests as other laws, and the level of scrutiny applied often requires a high level of justification from the government.