⚖️Emergency Approval Notice on Employment Discrimination Complaints
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), the Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has requested emergency approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to revise the information collection for its complaint program titled, "Complaint Involving Employment Discrimination by a Federal Contractor or Subcontractor." OFCCP submitted its request on July 2, 2025.
Learn More🪖Proposed Rule Modifications for Veteran Employment Regulations
The U.S. Department of Labor is proposing to revise its implementing regulations for the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended, 38 U.S.C. 4212. The proposed revisions will better align the regulations with recent case law and executive orders, including Executive Order 14173, "Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity," and Executive Order 14219, "Ensuring Lawful Governance and Implementing the President's `Department of Government Efficiency' Deregulatory Initiative."
Learn More♿Proposed Revisions to Rehabilitation Act Affecting Federal Contractors
The U.S. Department of Labor proposes to revise its implementing regulations for Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. The proposed revisions will better align the regulations with recent case law and executive orders, including Executive Order 14173, "Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity" and Executive Order 14219, "Ensuring Lawful Governance and Implementing the President's `Department of Government Efficiency' Deregulatory Initiative."
Learn More🔄Executive Order 14236 Rescinds Orders Affecting Business Regulations
Executive Order 14236 rescinds a series of prior executive actions aimed at altering federal policies related to health, labor, and national security. The order aims to streamline governance by eliminating measures considered burdensome, thereby reflecting a shift toward policies intended to support business growth and restore operational flexibility.
Learn More🚫Overview of Executive Order 14151 on DEI Program Termination
Executive Order 14151 asserts the termination of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs across federal agencies, emphasizing a commitment to equal dignity and respect. It mandates a review of federal practices, aiming to eliminate these programs to redirect resources towards more effective governance. The order outlines implementation steps for agency heads and highlights the necessity for aligning current practices with new guidelines.
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