Federal Register #2026-14906

AmeriCorps Proposes Regulatory Change to Title VI Civil Rights Rules

This opportunity concerns a proposed regulatory change by AmeriCorps, not a procurement action. - Government Buyer: - Corporation for National and Community Service (AmeriCorps) - OEMs and Vendors: - AmeriCorps (as regulatory authority) - U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) (referenced for regulatory alignment) - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured; this is a regulatory amendment - Notable Requirements: - Proposal to rescind portions of Title VI regulations to eliminate disparate-impact liability - Aligns AmeriCorps regulations with the statutory text of Title VI and recent DOJ updates - Implements Executive Order 14281 - Intended to reduce compliance costs, clarify prohibited conduct, and harmonize with DOJ standards - Affects civil rights compliance for recipients of AmeriCorps funding

Description

The Corporation for National and Community Service (AmeriCorps) proposes to amend its regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to eliminate disparate-impact liability. The amendments aim to align prohibited conduct with Title VI's original public meaning, avoid constitutional concerns, reduce compliance costs, and serve the public interest. These revisions also seek consistency with Executive Order 14281 and recent regulatory updates by the U.S. Department of Justice. Written comments on the proposed rule must be submitted by August 24, 2026.

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