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Oregon's Own Legislative Legal Counsel Says Schools are in Direct Violation of Title IX
Friends,
A detailed legal opinion from the Oregon Legislative Counsel Committee has uncovered a critical policy conflict that places Oregon public schools at odds with federal law. The document highlights a stark divergence between state and federal regulations regarding transgender student participation in athletics.
The opinion reveals that Oregon policy, backed by the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) and the Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA), mandates that public high schools allow transgender students to compete on athletic teams aligning with their gender identity. However, the U.S. Department of Education (ED) has clarified that Title IX, as currently enforced, prohibits such participation.
This discrepancy could expose Oregon schools to federal investigations, sanctions, or even the suspension or termination of funding.
Special thanks to Representative Bobby Levy for spearheading this investigation.
Link to full LC opinion here
    
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