H.R. 8781 — Title IX Clarification Act of 2026

This section defines key terms for Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. It establishes that “sex” refers to an individual’s biologically determined sex as either male or female. It defines “female,” when used with respect to a natural person, as an individual who naturally has, had, will have, or would have but for a congenital anomaly, historical accident, or intentional or unintentional disruption, the reproductive system that at some point produces, transports, and utilizes the large gamete (ova) for fertilization. It defines “male” in corresponding terms based on the small gamete (sperm).

This section provides that the Act and its amendments take effect on the date of enactment. It applies the amendments to education programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance on or after that date.