As concerned constituents, it’s crucial to act quickly to challenge the recent Title IX rule changes before the June 19, 2024 deadline. Congress has 60 days to mount a Congressional Review Act (CRA) challenge, and we need to ensure our voices are heard. Below are instructions and a script you can use when calling our US House representative and US Senators.
How to Call Your Representatives
- Identify Your Representatives and Their Contact Information:
- US House Representative Chuck Edwards: 202-225-6401
- US Senator Thom Tillis: 202-224-6342
- US Senator Ted Budd: 202-224-3154
- Ask at the Start of the Call:
- Whether a CRA challenge has already been mounted.
- If a Challenge Has Been Mounted:
- Thank them for their service and conclude the call.
- If a Challenge Has Not Been Mounted:
- Encourage them to do so before the deadline.
Phone Script
Introduction: “Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I am a constituent from [Your City, State].”
Main Question: “I am calling to ask if a Congressional Review Act (CRA) challenge has already been mounted against the recent Title IX rule changes by the Biden Administration.”
If Yes: “Thank you for your service and attention to this important issue. I appreciate your efforts to protect the rights and opportunities of students and families. Have a great day!”
If No: “I strongly urge you to initiate a CRA challenge to the recent Title IX rule changes before the June 19, 2024 deadline. The changes redefine ‘sex’ to include ‘gender identity,’ which introduces confusion and ambiguity, undermining the rights and safety of women and girls. This redefinition also infringes upon parental rights, erodes due process protections, and suppresses free speech on college campuses. Please act now to preserve the integrity of Title IX and ensure fair and equal opportunities for all students. Thank you for considering my request.”
Conclusion: “Thank you for your time and attention. I look forward to seeing your leadership on this critical issue.”
Key Information on Title IX Changes
The Title IX rule changes were enacted through the following actions by the Biden Administration:
- Executive Order: On March 8, 2021, President Biden issued an Executive Order on Guaranteeing an Educational Environment Free from Discrimination on the Basis of Sex, Including Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity.
- Department of Education Rule Change: New Title IX regulations were proposed on June 23, 2022, and after receiving a record number of public comments, the final unofficial guidelines were released on April 19, 2024, to be effective August 1, 2024.
These changes were not passed as part of a bill but were implemented through executive actions and departmental rule changes, which can be reversed through a CRA challenge.
Sample Letter Template
For those who prefer to send a letter, here is a template you can use. However, due to the urgency of this matter, we encourage phone calls as the primary action.
Additional Information
For those who want to understand more about the Congressional Review Act, please refer to the CRA Overview PDF.
Remember, your voice matters! Let’s take action to protect the integrity of Title IX and the rights of our students.
