Energy Department Delays Canceling Nondiscrimination Protections in Federal Aid Programs
Published Date: 9/10/2025
Rule
Summary
The Department of Energy is pushing back the start date for canceling certain rules about fairness in programs they help fund. This change affects anyone involved in these programs and gives more time to get ready. No extra costs are expected, just a bit more breathing room before the new rules kick in.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Delay of Nondiscrimination Rule Rescission
The Department of Energy is extending the effective date of its May 16, 2025 direct final rule that would rescind nondiscrimination regulations for federally assisted programs and activities. This delay gives people and organizations involved in those programs more time to prepare, and no extra costs are expected.
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