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Federal Register Rescinds Affirmative Action Guidelines Under Title VII

Washington, D.C., U.S., DC

Federal Register Rescinds Affirmative Action Guidelines Under Title VII
Federal Register Rescinds Affirmative Action Guidelines Under Title VII

The Federal Register published a notice on July 6, 2026, rescinding guidelines on affirmative action appropriate under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VII prohibits discrimination against workers based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, and this agency action removes federal guidance supporting affirmative action measures.

The Federal Register published a notice on July 6, 2026, rescinding guidelines on affirmative action appropriate under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VII prohibits discrimination against workers based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, and this agency action removes federal guidance supporting affirmative action measures.

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