The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has announced a delay in the start date for new guidance on third-party contracting, originally set for February 18, 2025, now postponed to March 20, 2025. This guidance, known as Circular C 4220.1G, replaces a previous version from 2013 and incorporates updates due to changes in laws and regulations. The delay is in response to a presidential memorandum aiming for a regulatory freeze and will allow further review. The change is effective immediately and is exempt from standard notice and comment procedures due to the urgency of the situation.
Simple Explanation
The Federal Transit Administration wanted to start using new rules for hiring help from outside companies on February 18, 2025, but they decided to wait until March 20, 2025, to make sure everything is just right. They need this extra time because there's a big boss' reminder to pause and look over new rules carefully before starting them.