Tag Archives: Affirmative Action Compliance

DEI Discrimination Clause to be Added to Federal Contracts

| May 1, 2026

Beginning April 24, 2026, Federal contractors and subcontractors should expect new contract requirements prohibiting “DEI discrimination.” The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council has taken its next step directed by Executive Order (EO) 14398 by issuing a memo announcing FAR Clause 52.222.90 and establishing a timeline for adding it to contracts. FAR 52.222-90 Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors is intended to prevent […]

Disability Self-ID Form and VEVRAA Recordkeeping Requirements Expire April 30

| May 1, 2026

Affirmative action employers may have noticed the looming expiration date on their Form CC-305 Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability. The form, mandated by the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) for use by Federal contractors and subcontractors meeting affirmative action plan thresholds, displays an OMB Control Number of 1250-0005 and expires on April 30, 2026. What […]

Balancing Inclusion and Compliance: A Practical Review Guide for Public-Facing Content

| May 1, 2026

Recent regulatory developments, including Executive Orders and increased enforcement activity from the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, have placed greater focus on how organizations communicate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Federal contractors have added pressure to avoid any perception of discriminatory DEI programs once subject to new FAR Clause 52.222-90. […]

New Executive Order Redefines DEI Compliance for Federal Contractors

| March 30, 2026

Key Takeaways: On March 26, 2026, President Trump issued a new Executive Order (EO) titled Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors. This directive builds on prior 2025 actions and signals a shift in federal procurement policy to introduce new contractual obligations and increased compliance scrutiny for federal contractors — particularly in hiring, promotion, and training […]

DOL VETS HIRE Vets Medallion Program Applications Now Open

| February 16, 2026

On February 5, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) officially opened applications for the 2026 HIRE Vets Medallion Program. This federal‑level award recognizes employers who demonstrate exceptional commitment to recruiting, hiring, retaining, and supporting U.S. military veterans. The HIRE Vets Medallion Award remains the only federal award that honors employers for veteran employment […]

Appeals Court Narrows Challenge to Federal DEI Executive Orders: What Employers Need to Know

| February 16, 2026

A recent decision from the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has major implications for employers navigating the evolving landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) compliance. On Feb. 6, the court vacated a preliminary injunction that had blocked the enforcement of two federal executive orders targeting DEI‑related practices within government agencies and federal contracting. […]

What Employers Should Expect Now That OFCCP Has Been Allocated Funding  

| February 16, 2026

On Tuesday, February 3, 2026,  H.R.7148 was signed by President Trump, allocating funding to the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP). With the OFCCP receiving new funding, federal contractors and subcontractors should prepare for a period of renewed activity and regulatory developments. Below, we break down the key changes and expectations, highlighting why it’s more important than ever to maintain compliance with Section 503 and VEVRAA […]

Key Highlights: Ninth Circuit Ruling & EEO‑1 Type 2 Report Disclosure

| February 16, 2026

Federal contractors should be aware of significant updates following the Ninth Circuit’s decision requiring the Department of Labor (DOL) to disclose previously withheld EEO-1 Type 2 Consolidated Reports.  What Happened   Next Steps for Contractors  In a message to contractors on February 11, 2026, OFCCP announced that five contractors’ reports would be released that day. The EEO-1 Type 2 Reports for all […]

HR Works Announces Return of Affirmative Action Compliance Calendar

| January 6, 2026

With a changing regulatory environment and shifts in the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) enforcement priorities, there is much to consider as Federal contractors and subcontractors begin planning for the year’s compliance deadlines. Following HR Works’ Affirmative Action Compliance Calendar, affirmative action employers can stay on track and on time with their affirmative action […]

Section 503 and VEVRAA Jurisdictional Thresholds Increase

| December 3, 2025

The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has announced an increase in the jurisdictional coverage thresholds for two key federal contracting laws: Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). These increases result from an inflationary adjustment and took effect on October 1, 2025. It is standard practice for the agency to […]