The Energy Department delays removing rules against sex discrimination in schools
What happened
The US Department of Energy is delaying a rule that would have removed protections against sex discrimination in education programs it funds. This means the existing rules, which prevent discrimination based on sex, will remain in place for now.
Why it matters
The Energy Department had planned to roll back rules that ensure equal treatment for students in programs it funds, regardless of sex. This delay means those protections will continue to apply. It also shows that public feedback can stop or slow down government attempts to change established rules.
The signal
Watch for a new effective date or a revised rule from the Energy Department, which would indicate whether they plan to proceed with the rescission or abandon it.