Title IX
The federal Title IX law states: "No person in the U.S. shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972
Sex Discrimination
The purpose of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is to eliminate discrimination on the basis of sex in any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. The following link addresses frequently asked questions about sex discrimination and describes the schools and programs that are covered by Title IX, who is protected under Title IX, and provides a brief summary of the school and program responsibilities under Title IX.
U.S. Department of Education FAQs about Sex Discrimination
Implementing Regulations
U.S. Department of Education
2024 Final Regulations
On April 19, 2024, the U.S. Department of Education released the 2024 Title IX Regulations effective on Aug 1, 2024. As of July 24, 2024, pursuant to Federal court order, the U.S. Department of Education is currently enjoined from enforcing the 2024 Final Rules in South Dakota. For more information: