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RIN: 2700-AE89

Publication ID: 2026

Title: ●Nondiscrimination in Federally-Assisted Programs of NASA - Effectuation of Title VI of the Civils Rights Act of 1964
Abstract: NASA is amending 14 CFR part 1250, Nondiscrimination in Federally-Assisted Programs, to align with the Department of Justice’s Title VI regulations implementing Executive Order 14281, Restoring Equality of Opportunity and Meritocracy. The amendments clarify nondiscrimination obligations and streamline compliance procedures for recipients of federal financial assistance.
Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration(NASA)	Priority: Other Significant
RIN Status: First time published in the Unified Agenda	Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Stage
Major: No	Unfunded Mandates: No
EO 14192 Designation: Deregulatory
CFR Citation: 14 CFR 1250
Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 2000d-1

Legal Deadline: None

Statement of Need:

NASA is amending its regulations to 14 CFR part 1250, Nondiscrimination in Federally-Assisted Programs, to align with the Department of Justice’s Title VI regulations implementing Executive Order 14281, Restoring Equality of Opportunity and Meritocracy. The revisions clarify nondiscrimination obligations and streamline compliance procedures for recipients of federal financial assistance.

Summary of the Legal Basis:

This rule is authorized under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000d1) and Executive Order 14281, Restoring Equality of Opportunity and Meritocracy.

Alternatives:

Regulatory amendment was determined to be the most effective approach to meet EO 14281’s directive and ensure alignment with DOJ’s Title VI regulation.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits:

The proposed changes are not expected to impose significant new costs. Benefits include improved clarity for recipients and consistency with other federal agencies’ civil rights regulations.

Risks:

Inaction could result in continued inconsistency with DOJ’s Title VI regulation and confusion among recipients. Updating the NASA regulation mitigates legal and operational risks.

Timetable:

Action	Date	FR Cite
Final Action	07/00/2026

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No	Government Levels Affected: None
Small Entities Affected: No	Federalism: No
Included in the Regulatory Plan: Yes
Initial (Administrative Startup and /or Capital) Cost: $0	Yearly (Annual Operating) Cost: $0
Base Year of the Dollar Estimates: 2026	RIN Data Printed in the FR: No
Agency Contact: Rob Grant National Aeronautics and Space Administration NASA Headquarters, Office of Equal Opportunity, 300 E Street, SW, Washington, DC 20546 Phone:321 867-9169 Email: milton.r.grant@nasa.gov