SAFE Campuses, LLC Can Help You Navigate Title IX
The U.S. Department of Education (ED) has issued an important update (on January 31, 2025 and a revised version on February 4, 2025) regarding the enforcement of Title IX, significantly impacting institutions of higher education across the nation. Here’s what you need to know:
- Reversion to 2020 Rules: Following a recent court decision by the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky on January 9, 2025, the 2024 Title IX Rule has been vacated nationwide. As a result, the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is now enforcing Title IX under the provisions of the 2020 Title IX Rule. This includes:
- The definition of sexual harassment.
- Procedural protections for both complainants and respondents.
- The provision of supportive measures for complainants.
- School-level reporting processes.
- Executive Influence: President Trump’s Executive Order on January 20, 2025, titled “Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government,” directs all executive agencies, including the Department of Education, to enforce laws in a manner that acknowledges only two biological sexes, immutable and defined.
- Action Required by Institutions: Educational institutions must immediately reassess any ongoing Title IX investigations to ensure they align with the now-enforced 2020 Title IX Rule and the pre-existing regulations at 34 C.F.R. 106 et seq. This includes adjusting procedures, policies, and training to comply with the reinstated regulations.
- Resources: For detailed guidance and resources on how to comply with these changes, visit the Department of Education’s website where updated information and support are available for educational institutions.
This update marks a significant shift back to previous standards of Title IX enforcement, requiring immediate attention from colleges and universities to ensure compliance.
Stay Informed: SAFE Campuses, LLC remains committed to helping institutions navigate these changes. For more information or assistance, please contact us directly.
Note: This summary is based on official documents from the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights. Institutions should consult these documents for full compliance details.
Our goal is to help you go beyond compliance and create a safer learning and working environment for all!
Please contact us today at info@safecampuses.biz or (706) 986-0257 to find out how we can help your campus.
