DOEFinal Rule
Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex in Sports Programs Arising Out of Federal Financial Assistance; Withdrawal
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Summary
The Department of Education is withdrawing a rule that protected students from sex discrimination in school sports programs that receive federal funding. This means schools will have more flexibility in setting their own policies about who can participate in sports teams, which could affect how schools handle transgender athletes and other sex-related sports eligibility issues.
Key Points
- 1The federal government is removing protections against sex discrimination in school sports programs
- 2Schools that receive federal money will no longer be required to follow this specific nondiscrimination rule
- 3Individual schools and states can now create their own policies about sports team eligibility and participation
- 4This change affects high school and college athletic programs across the country
- 5The withdrawal takes effect immediately as of the published date in September 2025
Key Dates
Published
September 10, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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