The VETS-4212 Report, also known as the Veterans’ Employment Report, is a critical compliance document for federal contractors and subcontractors. It is required by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) to track and report the employment of protected veterans. This reporting requirement helps ensure that federal contractors are meeting affirmative…
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My Fellow HR Professionals, On August 26th, we celebrate Women’s Equality Day—a day that marks a significant milestone in the fight for gender equality. The date commemorates the passage of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote. Signed into law on August 26, 1920, by U.S. Secretary of State Bainbridge Colby, this…
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National Black Business Month, observed every August, is a time to recognize and support Black-owned businesses across the United States. Established in 2004 by historian John William Templeton and engineer Frederick E. Jordan Sr., this month-long celebration aims to highlight the critical role Black-owned businesses play in the nation’s economy, as well as the unique…
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My fellow HR Professionals, July is Disability Pride Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of people with disabilities. According to the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey, in 2021 there were roughly 42.5 million “civilian non-institutionalized” disabled folk in this country. That’s roughly 13% of that same civilian non-institutionalized population. Other sources,…
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My Fellow HR Professionals, June 12th, 2024, marks the 57th anniversary of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA). It’s a pivotal moment to reflect on the progress made since its enactment and to reaffirm our commitment to creating workplaces that value employees of all ages. Let’s delve into the history of the ADEA, explore…
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OFCCP Compliance Checklist to be Audit-Ready