The rules, despite their issuance, lacked statutory authority and were unenforceable. See United States v. McDonnell Douglas Corp., 132 F.3d 1252 (8th Cir.
Despite being officially implemented, the regulations failed to have legal backing and were therefore unable to be carried out. This was confirmed by the court's ruling in the case United States v. McDonnell Douglas Corp., 132 F.3d 1252 (8th Cir.