Treasury Department changes rules regarding Title VI civil rights liability
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The Treasury Department is changing its regulations regarding Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Specifically, the department is removing “disparate-impact” liability from its rules.
Why it matters: This changes how the Treasury Department enforces civil rights rules, moving away from a standard that penalizes unintended consequences toward one that focuses on intentional actions.
Who it affects
- Entities that receive or interact with the Treasury Department
This is a final rule from the Department of the Treasury; readers should consult the Federal Register before relying on these changes for legal compliance.
Agency: Treasury Department
Source: Federal Register — read the official document