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U.S. Department of Education releases FAQ for February 14th Dear Colleague Letter

Bricker Graydon LLP on 3/10/2025

On March 1, 2025, the U.S. Department of Education (the Department) released a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document in connection with the February 14 Dear Colleague Letter (DCL). This document aims to clarify how...more

President Trump Signs Executive Order Requiring Sex-Based Classifications

Franczek P.C. on 1/22/2025

On January 20, 2025, one of President Trump’s first actions as the president of the United States was signing an Executive Order proclaiming that the U.S. government only recognizes two sexes: male and female. The order goes...more

State of Tennessee v. Cardona: Implications of the Vacatur of the 2024 Title IX Regulations

BCLP on 1/17/2025

On April 19, 2024, the Department of Education released its final Title IX regulations regarding sexual discrimination in federally-funded education (the “2024 Title IX Rules”)....more

Federal Judge Strikes Down 2024 Title IX Rules Nationwide

Clark Hill PLC on 1/15/2025

Last week, a federal judge struck down the 2024 Title IX Regulations, ruling that the regulations, which expanded nondiscrimination protections for LGBTQ+ students, violate the Constitution. The ruling extends nationwide....more

Department of Education Withdraws Proposed Rule Governing Participation on Athletic Teams Based on Gender Identity

McGuireWoods LLP on 1/9/2025

On Dec. 26, 2024, the U.S. Department of Education withdrew its proposed rulemaking regarding the application of sex-related criteria to participation on athletic teams under Title IX....more

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