DOSFinal Rule
Combating Gender Ideology in Foreign Assistance
OtherEducationFinance & Banking
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Summary
This regulation directs the U.S. Department of State to change how it spends foreign aid money by restricting support for programs related to gender ideology. The policy affects which countries and organizations receive American aid and could influence how U.S. resources are used in international development and humanitarian programs.
Key Points
- 1The State Department must review and potentially cut funding for foreign aid programs that the government determines promote certain views about gender
- 2This affects organizations and countries receiving U.S. development assistance, humanitarian aid, and educational programs abroad
- 3Aid recipients may need to change their programs or policies to continue receiving American funding
- 4The regulation gives the State Department authority to decide which programs align with U.S. policy on gender-related issues
- 5Other countries and international organizations may respond by seeking alternative funding sources or changing their priorities
Key Dates
Published
January 27, 2026
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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