DOE Hits Pause on Scrapping School Sex Discrimination Bans
Published Date: 3/6/2026
Rule
Summary
The Department of Energy is delaying a rule that would remove protections against sex discrimination in education programs that get federal money. This delay pushes the rule’s start date to July 6, 2026, giving more time to review feedback and follow legal guidance. Schools, students, and anyone involved with federally funded education programs should watch this space, as the changes could affect rights and funding.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Delay of Sex-Discrimination Rescission
The Department of Energy has delayed the effective date of its May 16, 2025 direct final rule that would rescind regulations about sex discrimination in education programs that receive federal money. The rule’s start date is now July 6, 2026, so the rescission will not take effect before that date while DOE reviews comments and follows Department of Justice guidance.
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