Religious private schools are automatically exempt from Title IX if there is a conflict between Title IX and a school’s religious beliefs, according to a clarification released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) on Friday, August 12.
Schools do not have to preemptively submit a written request for a Title IX exemption in order to claim the exemption.
Therefore, WCRIS continues to advise schools NOT to seek a written religious exemption from the USDA as it may cause your school more harm than good.
The USDA contracts are complicated. A school should consult with its legal counsel to fully understand the school’s obligations.
Read the USDA Letter here.
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