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The Philadelphia Inquirer
The Philadelphia Inquirer
Sport
Giana Han

Title IX explained: Here’s what to know about the landmark law that has impacted sports for 50 years

PHILADELPHIA — When Title IX was signed into law 50 years ago, sex-based discrimination in federally funded education programs officially became illegal.

In the decades since, there have been many debates over what Title IX means, to whom it applies, and what it encompasses. Here’s everything to know about Title IX:

What does Title IX say?

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