GSAProposed Rule

Federal Management Regulation: Updating Transportation Management, with Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Language; Planned Rescission

TransportationLabor & Workplace

Summary

The General Services Administration is proposing to update federal rules about how government agencies manage transportation for employees and operations. The update adds language focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility—meaning the rules will emphasize making transportation options fair and available to all people, including those with disabilities.

Key Points

  • 1The rule updates federal transportation policies to include stronger commitments to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in how agencies handle employee commuting and vehicle use
  • 2It affects all federal agencies that manage transportation programs and could influence how government employees access commuting options
  • 3The proposal is still in early stages—this is a 'proposed rule' meaning the public can comment before the GSA makes a final decision
  • 4The GSA plans to eliminate certain outdated transportation regulations while updating others with modern equity language
  • 5The goal is to ensure that federal transportation services work better for employees from different backgrounds and people with disabilities

Key Dates

Published

April 16, 2025

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.

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