Education Department Advances Title IX Rule to White House for Final Approval

The rule aims to strengthen protections for transgender students and revise how schools handle sexual misconduct, marking a significant shift from previous policies.

• The Education Department has sent the final Title IX rule to the Office of Management and Budget, a crucial step before public release.
• The proposed rule seeks to dismantle former Education Secretary Betsy DeVos' policies, focusing on sexual harassment and transgender student protections.
• Critics argue the new Title IX rule could undermine women's sports and weaken due process rights, while supporters see it as a necessary step for equality.
• The rule's finalization has been delayed multiple times, sparking criticism from Democrats and advocacy groups.
• A separate rule on athletics eligibility for transgender students is still under review, with a decision expected by March 2024.

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