As 2025 approaches, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) is preparing for a significant ramp-up in its enforcement of federal contractor employment regulations. Despite challenges such as being understaffed, the agency is determined to carry out an ambitious agenda aimed at ensuring equal employment opportunities and strengthening affirmative action compliance. Here’s…
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Hello my HR Friends, This Saturday, October 26th marks the National Day of the Deployed, a day dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who serve our country overseas, as well as recognizing the sacrifices made by their families. For HR professionals like us, this is an important opportunity to reflect on how…
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Protected veterans hiring is a crucial aspect of workforce diversity and compliance with federal regulations. These individuals, who have served their country with dedication and sacrifice, bring a wealth of experience, discipline, and skills to the civilian job market. However, their transition to civilian employment can be challenging. To address these challenges and promote inclusivity,…
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On February 26, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission released a breakdown of the 67,448 charges of workplace discrimination the agency received in Fiscal Year (FY) 2020. According to the report, the agency secured $439.2 million for victims of discrimination in the private sector, state, and local government workplaces. These payments were secured through both…
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For over four years we’ve been anxiously following the progress made (or rather lack of) by the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) in response to a 2016 Government Accountability Office (GAO) report. Why do we care about what the GAO says about OFCCP? For one, as the “congressional watchdog” responsible for providing objective…
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OFCCP Compliance Checklist to be Audit-Ready