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Texas, Louisiana Lead Legal Fight Against Biden's Title IX Transgender Protections

Apr 29, 2024, 05:28 PM

The Biden administration's recent overhaul of Title IX regulations, which now extend protections to transgender students, has sparked significant opposition from multiple Republican-led states. These states, including Texas and Louisiana, have initiated legal actions arguing that the new rules are illegal and overstep federal authority. Five Republican state attorneys general have filed challenges against these regulations. Texas Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Education Agency to ignore the new rules, and Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has also filed a lawsuit. The revised Title IX rules, issued by the Education Department, are intended to prevent discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity in schools receiving federal funding. Critics, however, claim these changes undermine the original intent of Title IX, which was primarily focused on preventing discrimination against women and ensuring equal opportunities in education and athletics.