This publication presents and explains Part 86 of the regulations of the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare. Part 86 was added to the regulations in order to effectuate title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Title IX is similar to title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, except that title IX applies only to sex discrimination, is limited to education programs and activities, and applies to employment. Besides presenting the complete text of Part 86, this publication also contains a summary of its major subparts, as well as a detailed explanation and analysis of each section and paragraph of the new regulation. A subject index to the various provisions of Part 86 is also included. (JG)