🚫Executive Order on Ending Illegal Discrimination in the Workplace
Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity
Summary
Executive Order 14173 addresses illegal discrimination practices within the federal government and the private sector, emphasizing a commitment to merit-based opportunities. It revokes previous DEI initiatives and mandates compliance with civil rights laws across federal contracting and employment practices. The order aims to establish a fairer approach to opportunity while ensuring individual merit is prioritized over identity-based preferences.
Agencies
- Executive Office of the President
Business Impact
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This executive order directly impacts business compliance and regulatory requirements by mandating the termination of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs that conflict with federal civil rights laws. It requires federal contractors to adhere strictly to these laws, which could lead to significant shifts in employment policies and practices across various sectors.