Before she resigned, 17 states sued Betsy DeVos arguing that the Title IX Final Rule is unlawful. These states contend that the rule makes it harder for schools to deter sexual harassment, protect students, and provide safe and equitable school environments.

Title IX attorney Cari Simon of The Fierberg National Law Group submitted the below amicus brief in support of the States on behalf of survivors of sexual violence in the education system.

Amici Curiae Brief on Survivors of Sexual Violence