Department of Education Releases Title IX Regulations Addressing Sexual Discrimination and Sexual Harassment

The U.S. Department of Education has released its long-awaited Title IX regulations addressing sexual discrimination and sexual harassment, which also include coverage of sexual orientation, gender identity and pregnancy. The regulations also provide new structures for complaint and investigation processes in K-12 and post-secondary education programs; schools must have compliant policies and procedures in place by August 1, 2024, and employees must be trained on their obligations as well. You can find a fact sheet, summary and the full regulations on the Department of Education website. Fredrikson’s Employment, Labor & Benefits Group has unique and practical experiences of working at universities in various roles as well as providing advice and support to schools of all levels and sizes. Contact Emily Pontius or Katie Overberg if we can help you get ready for the changes!