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Title VI Resources

INDOT is here to provide resources and guidance regarding Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), as amended and all of its related statutes and regulations as well as the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), as amended, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504). Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions.

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

INDOT'S Non-Discrimination Statement

INDOT values each individual’s civil rights and wishes to provide equal opportunity and equitable service for the citizens of this state. As a recipient of federal funds, INDOT is required to conform to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI) and all related statutes, regulations, and directives, which provide that no person shall be excluded from participation in, denied benefits of, or subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) on the grounds of race, color, or national origin.

INDOT’s non-discrimination policy also prohibits discrimination based on age, gender, disability or income status.

What is Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is a federal law that prohibits discrimination based on race, color, and national origin in the administration of federally assisted programs and activities. Title VI does not cover claims of employment discrimination except in instances where the primary objective of the financial assistance is to provide employment for the service, benefit or program. Title VI has broad applicability. The scope of Title VI includes all programs and activities of federal aid recipients regardless if the programs or activities are federally funded. In sum, Title VI and its related laws prohibit discriminated based on race, color, national origin, sex, age and disability.

The full text of Title VI may be found in the Civil Rights Act of 1964: (PDF) (TEXT)

What is the purpose of Title VI?

The purpose of Title VI is to eliminate discrimination in federally funded programs and activities and to ensure the equitable distribution of public funds for public benefit.

What are INDOT's responsibilities under Title VI?

INDOT's responsibilities include:

Ensuring all employees and contractors receive regular comprehensive Title VI training;
Disseminating Title VI information to the public, stakeholders and beneficiaries;
Conducting compliance reviews of subrecipients (consultants, contractors, MPO's, and LPA's); and
Providing technical assistance to subrecipients.

INDOT Title VI and Section 504 Assurances

As a recipient of federal funds and in accordance with Title VI, Section 504 and their related implementing regulations INDOT must submit signed assurances to the Federal Highway Administration that it will not discriminate in the administration of its programs and activities. The assurances remind INDOT and its subrecipients of their nondiscrimination obligations and provide a basis for the federal government to sue to enforce compliance with the nondiscrimination laws. The assurances also appear in INDOT's contracts with its subrecipients, contractors and cosultants.

INDOT Title VI Assurances

Other Related Nondiscrimination Authorities

Prohibition of Discrimination on the Basis of Sex (23 USC 324)

Prohibits discrimination based on sex in any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance and provides that the provision shall be enforced through agency provisions and rules similar to those used to enforce Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 in addition to any other legal remedies available.

Prohibition of Discrimination on the Basis of Sex: PDF | TEXT

Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (42 USC 6101-6107)

Prohibits discrimination on the basis of age in any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance.

Age Discrimination Act of 1975: PDF | TEXT

Limited English Proficiency (LEP)

Pursuant to Executive Order 13166, INDOT must take reasonable steps to ensure meaningful access to its services to persons who have a limited ability to read, speak, write or understand English. LEP persons may be entitled to language assistance.

The full text of the Limited English Proficiency Executive Order 13166: PDF | TEXT

Environmental Justice (EJ)

Under Executive Order 12898, INDOT must administer and implement its programs, policies and activities that affect human health or the environment so as to identify and avoid "disproportionately high and adverse" effects on minority and low-income populations while ensuring that minority and low-income populations receive an equitable distribution of the benefits.

The full text of the Environment Justice Executive Order 12898: PDF | TEXT

Title VI / ADA Program News

Title VI Implementations Plans

Title VI & DBE Workshops Schedule

Economic Opportunity Divisions periodically delivers training at different locations throughout the state regarding INDOT’s Title VI and DBE programs. The training includes an overview of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and its related laws, a description of the Title VI compliance requirements and explanation of INDOT Title VI enforcement procedures. The DBE component of the training include an overview of the CUF requirements of the DBE program and explains what INDOT looks for when conducting its CUF reviews. If you are the designated person responsible for Title VI compliance for your organization and you attend one of the scheduled Title VI workshops, you will fulfill the training component of Title VI compliance, which is required of all of entities receiving federal dollars from INDOT.

Currently we are gathering information for 2014 schedule. Please check back soon for a posting of the dates, times and locations for DBE and Title VI/training.

Subrecipient Toolbox

This toolbox is intended to provide technical assistance to INDOT subrecipients regarding their responsibilities under Title VI.

Sample Forms/Documents

These sample documents are provided by INDOT for informational purposes only. These forms do not constitute legal advice. For legal advice, please contact legal counsel.

Contact Information

Latosha N. Higgins
Title VI/ADA Program Manager
Economic Opportunity
100 N. Senate Ave., IGCN 750
Indianapolis, IN 46204
317-234-6142
lhiggins@indot.in.gov

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