Rescinding Guidelines for Eliminating Discrimination and Denial of Services on the Basis of Race, Color, National Origin, Sex, and Handicap in Vocational Education Programs
What happened
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) rescinds the 1979 "Guidelines for Eliminating Discrimination and Denial of Services on the Basis of Race, Color, National Origin, Sex, and Handicap in Vocational Education Programs." This action, effective July 23, 2026, also removes related cross-references in HHS regulations (45 CFR Parts 80, 84, and 86). The Guidelines were initially developed by HHS's predecessor, the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare (HEW), but the administration of vocational education programs transferred to the U.S. Department of Education (ED) in 1980.
Why it matters
This change clarifies HHS's current regulations by removing guidelines that no longer apply to its responsibilities. It does not alter existing civil rights obligations for organizations receiving HHS funding under other federal laws. The goal is to avoid confusion regarding HHS's current non-discrimination duties.
Who it affects
- ›HHS funding recipients
- ›Vocational education programs
- ›Government regulators
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