New federal rule bars transgender school bathroom bans, but it likely isn't the final word


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KTVZ— By GEOFF MULVIHILL Associated Press A new rule from President Joe Biden’s administration blocking blanket policies to keep transgender students from using school bathrooms that align with their gender identity could conflict with laws in Republican-controlled states. The clash over bathroom policy and other elements of a federal regulation finalized last week could set the

Honolulu Star-Advertiser—New federal rule would bar ‘noncompete’ rules for most employees. WASHINGTON >> U.S. companies would no longer be able to bar employees from taking jobs with competitors under a rule approved by a federal agency Tuesday, though the rule is sure to be challenged in court.

WCCB Charlotte—New Federal Rule Would Bar 'Noncompete' Agreements For Most Employees. U.S. companies would no longer be able to bar employees from taking jobs with competitors under a rule approved by a federal agency Tuesday, though the rule is sure to be challenged in court.

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