Title VI Federal Regulations

Here are some helpful links to key laws enforced by our federal partners. These resources can help you understand your rights and protections.

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

Links directly to the Title VI language. The U.S. Department of Justice enforces Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Related Links
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Guidance

Laws enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, including:

  • Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967
  • Americans with Disabilities Act
  • Equal Pay Act
  • Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

Laws enforced by the Housing and Urban Development, including the Fair Housing Act.

Disclaimer

The State of Tennessee complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which guarantees fair treatment for all people. This law protects you from discrimination based on race, skin color, or country of origin. You can file a complaint online if you feel a Tennessee agency violated Title VI. This includes people with limited English. You should submit complaints within 180 days. You can report the problem to the State or federal agency involved. You can also contact the U.S. Department of Justice.