Opportunity
Federal Register #1093-AA30
Department of the Interior Regulatory Update: Title VI Rule Change (No Procurement)
Buyer
Interior Department
Posted
May 22, 2026
Identifier
1093-AA30
This notice announces a regulatory update by the Department of the Interior regarding Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: - Government Buyer: - Department of the Interior (federal agency) - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement action - No products or services are being requested - Notable Requirements/Details: - The Department is amending its Title VI regulations to eliminate disparate-impact liability - The changes align regulations with the statutory text and implement Executive Order 14281 - The rule clarifies the scope of prohibited conduct for recipients of federal financial assistance, clarifies enforcement, and aims to reduce compliance costs and regulatory confusion - Applies to recipients of federal grants, loans, property, personnel, and contracts under Title VI - No purchase quantities, part numbers, or procurement-specific requirements are present - The action is regulatory and does not involve acquisition or contracting
Description
The Department of the Interior amends its regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to eliminate disparate-impact liability. These amendments align the conduct prohibited by the Department's regulations with Title VI's original public meaning, avoid constitutional concerns, reduce compliance costs, and serve the public interest. The revisions also implement changes directed in Executive Order 14281. The rule is effective on May 22, 2026, and aims to clarify enforcement and maintain public confidence in civil rights laws.