OMB Approves Renewal of Form CC-305: Federal Contractors Must Continue Collecting Voluntary Disability Self-Identification Information

On July 16, 2026, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the continued use of Form CC-305 (Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability), reaffirming that covered federal contractors remain subject to the disability self-identification requirements under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. The approved form is available on the U.S. Department of Labor’s website. OFCCP…
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EEOC Performance Report (Part I): From Policy to Proof – The New Standard for Workplace Compliance

Employers are entering a new era of enforcement—one in which compliance is no longer judged by policy, but by proof. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s latest performance report signals a clear shift. Enforcement activity remains high, monetary recoveries continue to climb, and the agency’s focus on systemic discrimination is intensifying. For employers, particularly federal…
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Federal Judge Blocks Key Provisions of Trump’s Anti-DEI Executive Orders

In a significant legal development, a federal judge has temporarily blocked the U.S. Department of Labor from enforcing critical parts of President Donald Trump’s executive orders aimed at restricting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives among federal contractors and grant recipients. Judge Matthew Kennelly of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois…
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Pay Equity in the Workplace and its Enforcement by the OFCCP

  Pay equity has become a critical issue in the modern workplace, reflecting the broader push for fairness, diversity, and inclusion in American society. In simple terms, pay equity means ensuring that employees, regardless of gender, race, or other protected characteristics, are paid fairly for the work they do. This concept is grounded in the…
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Filing for VETS-4212: A Comprehensive Guide for Federal Contractors

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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