Which statement is true about the Final Rule?

• A. It does not modify the definition of sexual harassment
• B. It narrows the scope of sexual harassment
• C. It adds sexual assault to the definition
• D. It excludes dating violence from Title IX coverage

Answer: (C)

The Final Rule expands how Title IX defines sexual harassment by explicitly including acts like sexual assault as part of the definition, along with examples such as dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking. This makes it clear that schools must address not only general unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature but also these specific, serious acts within Title IX processes. By naming sexual assault (and these related forms) as covered under the Title IX definition, the rule ensures that investigations, remedies, and supportive measures can be applied to such incidents as part of education programs and activities.

In short, this rule clarifies and broadens the scope to explicitly cover sexual assault under Title IX, which is why the statement about adding sexual assault to the definition is true. It also aligns with the intent to treat serious acts of violence based on sex as Title IX concerns, rather than leaving them solely to separate criminal processes.