Limitation on nonstatutory Federal mandates imposed on entities seeking Federal funds

(a) Definitions In this section— (1) the term agency means an establishment in the executive branch of the Federal Government; and (2) the term nonstatutory mandate means a requirement that is not specified in Federal statute and is established by an agency. (b) Limitation The head of an agency may not impose on an entity seeking Federal funding from the agency a nonstatutory mandate to have in effect any of the following policies: (1) Policies relating to prioritizing hiring, training, and retaining employees comparable to policies established in Executive Order 14035 (86 Fed. Reg. 34593; relating to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the Federal workforce), as in effect on January 19, 2025. (2) Policies for a workforce plan or a commitment to include plans to hire, train, and retain a diverse workforce, including economically disadvantaged individuals. (3) Policies on the provision of childcare for children of employees. (4) Policies on the provision of wraparound services for the workforce, including adult care, transportation services, housing assistance, and emergency cash assistance. (5) Policies on a community investment plan, including affordable housing, housing vouchers, and transportation services. (6) Policies on planning projects specifically designed to minimize potentially adverse impacts on the environment and local communities. (7) Policies on planning to mitigate climate change or environmental justice concerns. (8) Policies on sustaining existing or establishing new project labor agreements. (9) Policies on consultation with local labor organizations.