Trump Admin. To Roll Back Transgender Protections In Homeless Shelters

The Department of Housing and Urban Development plans to introduce a new rule allowing shelters to operate single-sex facilities, potentially turning away individuals whose gender identity does not match their biological sex. This change aims to accommodate religious beliefs but rolls back the Obama-era rule mandating equal access regardless of gender identity. Statistics show significant homelessness among transgender individuals, with many denied shelter access due to their gender identity. The public will have two months to comment on the proposed rule.

What was the previous rule regarding shelter admissions that the proposed new rule aims to rollback?

What is the duration for the public to voice their opinions on the new rule after its formal introduction?