Title IX Clarification Act of 2026
Rep. Arrington Introduces Title IX Clarification Act to Define Sex Based on Biology in Schools
The Title IX Clarification Act of 2026 is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It was recently sent to the House Committee on Education and Workforce for review. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
While the bill has many supporters in the House, it faces a very difficult path in the Senate where similar measures often lack the votes to move forward.
Key Points
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Transgender students would be most directly affected. By defining sex strictly as biological, schools receiving federal funding would no longer be able to use Title IX to protect transgender students' access to bathrooms, locker rooms, sports teams, or other sex-separated activities that match their gender identity. This could lead to exclusion from programs and increased vulnerability to discrimination in educational settings.
“the term `sex' refers to an individual's biologically determined sex, as either male or female”
Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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House Republicans Introduce Bill to Define 'Sex' as Biological in Title IX
The Title IX Clarification Act, introduced by Rep. Jodey Arrington, would establish a statutory definition of sex based on biological reality. Supporters argue the bill is necessary to protect the safety and opportunities of female students in schools receiving federal funds.
House Republicans Introduce Bill To Define 'Sex' Based On Biology In Title IX
Republicans in the House introduced the Title IX Clarification Act to ensure that federal law defines sex according to biology. The legislation would require schools to use biological definitions for sports and facilities, effectively barring gender identity-based protections.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Title IX Clarification Act of 2026
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