Following the death of Rep. Patsy T. Mink, Title IX is renamed in her honor as the Patsy T. Mink Equal Opportunity in Education Act.
On October 29, 2002, Title IX was officially renamed the "Patsy T. Mink Equal Opportunity in Education Act" in honor of its principal author following her death. This renaming served as a testament to Mink's tireless advocacy for gender equity in education and her role in the legislation’s creation. It symbolized not only her legacy but also a movement towards greater recognition and continued efforts to uphold gender equality in educational environments.