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Important updates and expert insights on OFCCP regulations and affirmative action compliance.
OFCCP Hotline Opens In Response to Executive Order
OFCCP has opened a hotline where employees of federal contractors and subcontractors can register concerns about race and sex discrimination training offered by employers. This hotline is referenced in a news release from the Department of Labor published on September...
President Trump Issues Executive Order on Training
President Trump has issued an Executive Order entitled "Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping." The Executive Order is dated September 22, 2020, and is available on the White House website and in the Federal Register. The intended purpose of the Executive Order is to...
OFCCP Releases Updated Corporate Scheduling Announcement List
New List Has Significant Changes The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has released an updated 2020 Corporate Scheduling Announcement List (CSAL) for supply and service contractors. An analysis of the differences show that there are about 80...
OFCCP Releases Verification Initiative
OFCCP has released a notice that begins the process of implementing an affirmative action program verification initiative. The notice was released on September 14, 2020 and was accompanied by a document providing the justification for this new initiative. ...
OFCCP Releases Two New CSALs
The Office of Federal Contractor Compliance Programs (OFCCP) released two new Corporate Scheduling Announcement Lists (CSALs) on September 11, 2020. These lists provide notice to federal contractors and subcontractors that will be undergoing an affirmative action...
Increasing Workforce Participation in the Disability Self-ID Survey
As part of the affirmative action regulations regarding individuals with disabilities, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) requires federal contractors and subcontractors to invite employees to voluntarily disclose disability status at least...
Centralized Accommodation Programs
With an increased focus on disability issues by government agencies, employees, and customers, organizations should weigh the benefits of centralized accommodation programs.
Fostering an Inclusive Work Environment for Individuals with Disabilities
One common theme is that the success in meeting the requirements of the disability regulations depends on the creation of an inclusive work environment for individuals with disabilities.
VETS 4212 Reporting Site Open
The site that allows employers to file the annual VETS 4212 report is now open. The report, which is required by the Veterans and Employment Training Service (VETS), must be filed by September 30, 2020. Federal contractors and subcontractors that have a single...
Federal Contractors and Subcontractors Must Resurvey for Disability Status
With OFCCP’s recent laser focus on enforcing the law that protects individuals with disabilities, it is imperative that contractors complete this resurvey as soon as possible.