The Biden administration has introduced a comprehensive overhaul of the Title IX guidelines, signaling a significant shift in how educational institutions address cases of sexual misconduct. Title IX was designed to eradicate sex-based discrimination in federally funded educational settings. However, persistently high rates of sexual harassment and assault have underscored the necessity for reform.

 They define “sex-based harassment,” broaden the scope of sex discrimination, and emphasize schools’ obligations to create discrimination-free environments. However, the delicate balance between uniformity and flexibility remains a point of contention. Schools, varying in size, demographics, and administrative structures, must adhere to these new guidelines.

Noticeably absent was any clarification on transgender participation in sports. Particularly male-to-female athletes. This has been a major source of controversy at both the K-12 and college level and advocates expected to see clarification in the latest revision.