The US government will no longer require agencies to update travel rules for diversity

The General Services Administration plans to cancel a rule that would have required federal agencies to update their travel policies with language about diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. This means federal agencies will not have to consider these factors when setting their travel rules.

This proposed rescission signals a shift in priorities for federal agencies. The original rule aimed to ensure that federal travel policies actively considered the needs of a diverse workforce. Its removal means agencies are no longer mandated to integrate these considerations into their travel guidelines, potentially affecting how federal employees with specific accessibility needs or from diverse backgrounds experience official travel.