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It is recognized that some interpretations of Title IX may create tension with the religious beliefs of certain institutions of higher education. To address this, the law also provides an exemption for certain religious institutions, stating that this prohibition “shall not apply to an educational institution which is controlled by a religious organization if the application of this subsection would not be consistent with the religious tenets of such organization.” 20 U.S.C. 1681
(a)(3).
This religious exemption is explained further in 34 C.F.R. 106.12, which outlines the eligibility for such exemptions, as well as the process to seek an exemption. Generally, to claim an exemption, the institution must do any of the following:
Department of Education Announces More Biden-Harris Appointees
WASHINGTON Today, the U.S. Department of Education announced more political appointees that will lead various parts of the agency. These diverse and accomplished individuals will bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the agency, and work to quickly advance key education priorities for the Biden-Harris Administration.
Joanna Darcus, Senior Counsel, Office of General Counsel
Joanna Darcus was most recently a staff attorney at the National Consumer Law Center where she did consumer protection litigation and was a member of the Student Loan Borrower Assistance Project, focusing on higher education finance issues facing low-income people and communities of color. Prior to that, Joanna was a supervising attorney at Community Legal Services of Philadelphia where she represented hundreds of low-income consumers sued by debt collectors or struggling with student loans.
The Department of Education will work with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to ensure universities have the latest, evidence-based recommendations regarding reopening.