Federal Register #2026-10103

Withdrawal of Guidance Circular 4704.1A by the Federal Transit Administration

This notice from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announces the withdrawal of guidance document Circular 4704.1A, which previously addressed Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements for FTA recipients. - Government Buyer: - Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Department of Transportation - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is not a procurement opportunity - Products/Services Requested: - No products, services, part numbers, or quantities are requested - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Withdrawal of Circular 4704.1A eliminates the requirement for recipients to submit EEO documentation to FTA - Oversight authority for EEO compliance now rests with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and Department of Justice (DOJ) - Recipients must continue to comply with all federal nondiscrimination laws and regulations - Administrative action only; does not affect ongoing compliance obligations

Description

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) is withdrawing guidance document Circular 4704.1A, which provided Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Requirements and Guidelines for FTA Recipients. This circular consolidated and clarified EEO-related requirements but is now considered redundant due to the oversight authority of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ). The withdrawal aims to reduce administrative burdens on recipients by eliminating the requirement to submit EEO documentation to FTA. Recipients must still comply with all federal nondiscrimination requirements under applicable laws and regulations.

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