Better late than never.
Six months after President Trump ordered the federal government to end “illegal DEI,” the U.S. Department of Justice issued a Memorandum providing guidance on diversity-related practices that it considers unlawful. Continue Reading ›
They’ve all but shut the door, turned off the lights, and put up the “closed” sign. Continue Reading ›
Spoiler: Section 503 takes center stage. Continue Reading ›
File under “thanks, but no thanks.” Continue Reading ›
A cautionary tale for employers. Continue Reading ›
DOL proposes to eliminate agency. Continue Reading ›
Feds continue to focus on contractors’ DEI programs. Continue Reading ›
OFCCP has had three heads in the first three months of 2025. Continue Reading ›
A new complication for wage and hour compliance. Continue Reading ›
Certification requirements for contractors are back in play. Continue Reading ›
Did you hear that? It was the other shoe dropping. Continue Reading ›
And other changes are afoot. Continue Reading ›
DOL’s first step in the dismantling of EO 11246. Continue Reading ›
In case you missed our Client Bulletin on Executive Order 14171, it is reproduced here. Continue Reading ›
The future of DOL’s administrative law judges is now murky. Continue Reading ›
Corporate Scheduling Announcement List identifies 2,000 lucky establishments. Continue Reading ›
Objections are due by December 9. Continue Reading ›
New audit list dropped June 7th. Continue Reading ›
Traditional rules apply to AI, too! Continue Reading ›
The goal drops yet again. Continue Reading ›
BREAKING: OFCCP announces this year's reporting cycle. Continue Reading ›
Proposed rule would require contractors to include salary info in job postings and prohibit consideration of prior pay. Continue Reading ›
EEOC announces EEO-1 Report portal will open April 30. Continue Reading ›
DOL must appeal or comply by February 20. Continue Reading ›
Unique Entity ID replaces DUNS in EEO-1 Report. Continue Reading ›
Don’t be late. Continue Reading ›
New instruction booklet released! Continue Reading ›
Another 1,000 contractors slated for audit. Continue Reading ›
Finally! Continue Reading ›
Your next audit will be significantly more burdensome. Continue Reading ›
Back to the “gotcha” days at OFCCP. Continue Reading ›
No breaking news here, folks. Continue Reading ›
You may have forgotten this was even “a thing.” Continue Reading ›
Contractors must use the new form by July 25. Continue Reading ›
Expectations lowered yet again. Continue Reading ›
OFCCP Director heads to White House. Continue Reading ›
Contractors, mark your calendars! Continue Reading ›
The importance of certifying compliance becomes evident. Continue Reading ›
Notices have gone to some contractors who objected to the release. Continue Reading ›
Bad news for contractors. Continue Reading ›
Replacing the “EEO is the Law” poster is not optional. Continue Reading ›
The new deadline is October 19. Continue Reading ›
But no need to start rolling up sleeves just yet. Continue Reading ›
The requirement is not new, but the process is. Continue Reading ›
The deadline to object is September 19. Continue Reading ›
Some relatively good news from the OFCCP. Continue Reading ›
File this under “Be careful what you wish for.” Continue Reading ›
It’s a stick, not a carrot. Continue Reading ›
“CERT” is now in the history books. Continue Reading ›
So much for transparency! Continue Reading ›
Comp analyses are not privileged, OFCCP says. Continue Reading ›
Reminder: Certify compliance by June 30. Continue Reading ›
Well, not yet, but possibly soon. Continue Reading ›
For at least a month. Continue Reading ›
It's now 3-0 against the feds, in case you're counting. Continue Reading ›
Contractors collectively breathe sigh of relief. Continue Reading ›
Contractor Portal will soon be live! Continue Reading ›
Federal judge grants injunction against Executive Order 14042. Continue Reading ›
The new floor is $15 an hour. Continue Reading ›
Mark your calendars. Continue Reading ›
Administration is pushing back deadline. Continue Reading ›
Affiliated entities may now be covered. Continue Reading ›
So many questions, only a few more answered. Continue Reading ›
Thanks for waiting. Here's the scoop. Continue Reading ›
Vaccine mandate for many contractors is now imminent. Continue Reading ›
Federal contractor employees, roll up your sleeves! Continue Reading ›
New population stats released by U.S. Census Bureau. Continue Reading ›
Contractors’ comp data will soon be in the OFCCP’s hands. Continue Reading ›
When was the last time you assessed the depth and effectiveness of your DEI efforts? Continue Reading ›
Déjà vu! Continue Reading ›
Improving diversity -- what's okay and what isn’t? Continue Reading ›
Some employees will be getting a raise. Continue Reading ›
The EEOC announced opening and closing dates for EEO-1 reports. Continue Reading ›
And it's lower once again. Continue Reading ›
The rumor mill was correct! Continue Reading ›
A quick move, but not a surprising one. Continue Reading ›
In response to the nationwide injunction issued December 22. Continue Reading ›
OFCCP seeks approval of additional Scheduling Letters. Continue Reading ›
Preliminary injunction stalls bias training order. Continue Reading ›
Christmas wish of many comes true! Continue Reading ›
Religious entities given clarity in federal procurement. Continue Reading ›
Defense contractors and subcontractors, take note. Continue Reading ›
Join our free webinar! Continue Reading ›
The revised regulations cement the enforcement practices. Continue Reading ›
Please join our webinar this Thursday! Continue Reading ›
Contractors who participate may get a reward. Continue Reading ›
The OFCCP had a banner year (again). Continue Reading ›
Reminder: Don’t forget to file VETS-4212 Reports. Continue Reading ›
Don't rely on the initial list posted! Continue Reading ›
The OFCCP seeks an online certification process. Continue Reading ›
Corporate Scheduling Announcement Lists are out! Continue Reading ›
The Final Rule is out, and it’s good news! Continue Reading ›
Federal contractors must begin using the new form by August 4. Continue Reading ›
One less thing for employers' "To Do" lists. Continue Reading ›
Mediation, efficiency, and ombuds service. Continue Reading ›
OFCCP updates annual hiring benchmark for protected veterans. Continue Reading ›
The OFCCP’s Scheduling Letters have been updated. But only slightly! Continue Reading ›
Perhaps it’s not quite business as usual after all. Continue Reading ›
From developments in pay equity and changing requirements in data reporting, to DEI risk mitigation, Title VII compliance, and shifts in enforcement of Section 503 & VEVRAA, the EEO Compliance Dispatch blog is designed to keep employers informed and ahead of the curve.
Whether you’re a federal contractor navigating audits, an HR professional tackling pay transparency, or in-house counsel tracking state and local reporting requirements, our updates, legal analysis, and compliance strategies are tailored to help you manage risk and support a more inclusive workplace.
