Celebrating the accomplishments of title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, also known as the Patsy Takemoto Mink Equal Opportunity in Education Act, and recognizing the need to continue pursuing the goal of educational opportunities for all women and girls.

119th Congress

The resolution symbolically reaffirms Title IX’s protections and commits to continuing gender equity in education, without creating new laws or funding.

Submitted in House

Overview

HRES 1385 (119th Congress) is a House concurrent resolution that praises the accomplishments of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Patsy Takemoto Mink Equal Opportunity in Education Act) and states the goal of continuing to pursue educational opportunities for all women and girls. The resolution is a symbolic measure rather than a bill that would create new law or authorize funding. It reflects the House’s recognition of Title IX’s impact and its ongoing commitment to gender equity in education.

Purpose and Intent

Acknowledge and celebrate the historical and ongoing achievements of Title IX, which prohibits sex discrimination in federally funded education programs and activities.

Emphasize the importance of equal opportunity in education for women and girls from pre-kindergarten through higher education.

Reaffirm the commitment of the House to continue pursuing policies and practices that expand educational opportunities and address sex-based discrimination and disparities.

Key Provisions

Statements of recognition and appreciation for the protections and benefits provided by Title IX.

Expressions of continued support for enforcing Title IX provisions and for ongoing efforts to advance gender equity in education.

A call to action or abstract guidance that the United States should maintain and strengthen policies to ensure equal access to education for all students, regardless of sex.

No specific new authorities, funding authorizations, or regulatory changes are attached to the resolution. The text does not amend statutes or create new programs; it serves as a formal expression of sentiment and intent by the House.

Who/What Would Be Affected

Students, educators, educational institutions, and federal programs receiving federal education funding indirectly benefit through a reaffirmation of Title IX protections.

The resolution signals political support for ongoing Title IX enforcement and related equity initiatives, potentially influencing perceptions and governance around sex discrimination in education.

As a non-binding memorial resolution, it does not impose new legal obligations or change existing law, but it underscores ongoing policy priorities.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Action History:

Submitted in the House and referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce on June 24, 2026.

Procedural impact:

As a resolution, it would be considered by the Education and Workforce Committee and potentially brought to the House floor for a vote, but it does not require Senate action to have effect as a symbolic measure in the House.
Does not amend statute, authorize funding, or create enforcement mechanisms.

Potential Impact

Symbolic reaffirmation of Title IX’s importance and ongoing commitment to gender equity in education.

May influence public messaging, education policy discussions, and legislative priorities related to Title IX enforcement and educational opportunities for women and girls.

Lacks substantive regulatory or fiscal changes but could shape future legislative or administrative attention to Title IX-related issues.