• The United States Department of Education (USDOE) recently released amended Title IX regulations which take effect August 1, 2024. 
  • The new regulations address discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. 
  • To assist schools, USDOE has released a fact sheet, a summary of the major provisions of the final regulations, pointers for implementation, and a resource for drafting Title IX nondiscrimination policies, notices of nondiscrimination, and grievance procedures.
  • Schools and districts should consult with their legal counsel regarding their obligations under the new rule.
  • Please direct any questions to the Office of Student Support Services at StudentSupportServices@nysed.gov.