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42 U.S.C. 2000c–9: Classification and assignmentText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 42-THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARECHAPTER 21-CIVIL RIGHTS
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§2000c–9. Classification and assignment

Nothing in this subchapter shall prohibit classification and assignment for reasons other than race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

( Pub. L. 88–352, title IV, § 410 , July 2, 1964 , 78 Stat. 249 ; Pub. L. 92–318, title IX, § 906(a) , June 23, 1972 , 86 Stat. 375 .)

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1972⁠—Pub. L. 92–318 inserted “sex” after “religion,”.