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OutSolve’s EEO colleague, Toni Ahl, is an occasional contributor to our blog. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this article belong solely to Toni and do not necessarily reflect the viewpoint of OutSolve or its employees.

The U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has set a new benchmark for the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) hiring requirements in 2024. This benchmark is crucial for federal contractors and subcontractors to measure their progress in ensuring equal employment opportunities for protected veterans. Let's delve into what this means for contractors and how they can navigate these changes effectively.

The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has unveiled a suite of new resources aimed at fostering understanding and compliance with the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). VEVRAA mandates federal contractors and subcontractors refrain from discriminatory employment practices against veterans and take proactive steps to ensure equal employment opportunities for protected veterans.

Today, on November 11, we honor those who defended our country on Veterans Day. OutSolve thanks this nation’s Veterans for their courage, service, and sacrifice.

The 2022 Annual Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) national hiring benchmark was recently updated on the VEVRAA Hiring Benchmark Database. The current national benchmark is 5.5%.

DOL VETS expands transition program to provide off-base workshops to Veterans, spouses, and Reservists. The expansion will occur in eight pilot locations identified using BLS unemployment data

849 of the original 870 applicants were approved for an award

Today, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs honored America’s veterans and expressed its sincere gratitude to this nation’s service members who have and currently serve with an unwavering commitment to protecting our nation, many times at a great personal sacrifice to themselves and their families.

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