OFCCP Releases FAQs for E.O. 13950 Combating Race and Gender Stereotyping

FAQ clarifies that unconscious bias training is not prohibited

To assist contractors understand E.O. 13950 (Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping), OFCCP has published the following nine FAQs.

1. When does E.O. 13950 become effective?
2. What constitutes “race or sex stereotyping” under E.O. 13950?
3. What constitutes “race or sex scapegoating” under E.O. 13950?
4. Is such stereotyping and scapegoating unlawful in a training program?
5. What are examples of race or sex stereotyping or scapegoating?
6. Does E.O. 13950 prohibit unconscious bias or implicit bias training?
7. How can I file a complaint alleging unlawful training programs?
8. What will happen with complaints received by the hotline?
9. When will the DOL publish the Request for Information mandated by E.O. 13950?

For more information about the E.O., refer to our previous blogs.

• 10/1/2020 - OFCCP Launches Hotline for Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping
• 9/25/2020 – President Trump Signs E.O. on Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping and Scapegoating