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In a recent development concerning the disclosure of EEO-1 reports, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) filed a Notice of Appeal following an adverse court ruling. As previously reported, OFCCP was directed to release these reports of federal contractors, which it had previously withheld from production in response to a Freedom of Information Action (FOIA) request from the Center for Investigative Reporting.

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Join OutSolve on Wednesday, January 24, to discuss what the future of OFCCP compliance will look like in 2024 and beyond. OutSolve CEO and Founder, Jeremy Mancheski, and Sabine Pauyo, Sr. Sales Consultant, will provide valuable insights into pivotal shifts in federal compliance which you need to know. Register now for this webinar to be part of the conversation.

The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has recently made significant updates to its Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) sections, particularly concerning federal contractors engaged in construction projects. These updates clarify compliance obligations when one contract covers both Construction and Supply and Service work.

The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) published a notice in the Federal Register, along with a 12-page supporting document, focusing on the renewal of the information collection for the Contractor Portal interface, previously known as the "Affirmative Action Program Verification Interface."

In the realm of federal contracting, adherence to affirmative action regulations is not just about implementing policies but also about meticulous record-keeping. The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) mandates that federal contractors and subcontractors maintain comprehensive employment and personnel records. This requirement is a cornerstone of compliance reviews and is crucial in demonstrating adherence to affirmative action laws.

Since June 2023, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has executed 10 conciliation agreements, addressing the critical issue of race-based hiring discrimination. These agreements, totaling over $5.3 million in financial settlements, have directly addressed the concerns of approximately 5,000 applicants who faced potential discriminatory practices based on their race. A recurring theme in these settlements is the systemic exclusion of minority groups - Black, Hispanic, Asian, and multi-racial applicants - from various job opportunities. The allegations spanned across positions like assemblers, mail sorters, contact tracers, and customer service representatives. The widespread nature of the allegations shed light on the nuanced barriers these groups face in the job market.

The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has followed through on its commitment to revise the OMB-approved complaint filing process. The new system now aligns with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) two-step complaint process which starts with a preliminary review of the basic allegations, allowing the OFCCP to determine the validity and need for a full investigation.