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Federal employment obligations can touch everything from documentation to workforce policies. Stay oriented with articles that unpack HR-related requirements, changing expectations, and practical ways to coordinate compliance efforts.

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VETS 4212 Report: What's Required

The VETS-4212 report is an important way to illustrate your company's commitment to hiring and retaining veterans. It’s a key compliance requirement for federal contractors, and is required under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act ...

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Federal Contractor Compliance Requirements: Mid-Year HR Compliance Check-In

By the time mid-year rolls around, most HR teams are deep into their processes and projects, but that’s exactly why a mid-year compliance check-in matters. For companies managing federal contractor compliance requirements, this is the ideal time to ...

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Navigating Federal Contractor Compliance Requirements: Part 2

For HR professionals working in federal contracting, compliance isn’t one single responsibility, it’s a collection of overlapping rules that touch hiring, pay, documentation, and reporting throughout the entire employee lifecycle.

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Navigating Federal Contractor Compliance Requirements: Part 1

If you manage HR compliance involving a federal contract, then you’ve noticed that the rules keep changing and getting more complicated.

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Federal Contractor Requirements Guide

Navigate federal contractor compliance with our new guide. Master EO 14173 changes, Section 503, VEVRAA, and EEO-1 reporting. Download your free copy today.

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IBM’s $17M Penalty: The First DEI False Claims Act Violation

In a landmark enforcement action, IBM has agreed to pay $17,077,043 to resolve allegations that it violated anti-discrimination laws related to their employment practices and DEI programs. This marks the first major False Claims Act violation ...

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Federal Contractor Data from 2016-2020 EEO-1 Consolidated Reports to Be Posted on OFCCP’s Website

After several years of litigation, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) will be posting federal contractor EEO-1 race/ethnicity and gender data from 2016-2020 in response to a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request from the ...

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An HR Year in Review: Key Updates in 2025

The unpredictability of 2025 has been an uphill trek for HR teams across the U.S. This year brought substantive employment compliance changes to policies that have been in force for decades.

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Compliance with Section 503 and VEVRAA: Still Required

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The False Claims Act Explained: What Every Federal Contractor Should Know

This article is part of an ongoing legal series designed to provide insight and practical guidance on current and emerging workplace compliance issues. These insights shared by lawyers are based on their interpretation of existing regulations and ...

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The False Claims Act Explained: What Every Federal Contractor Should Know

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Federal Reporting Requirements: Why Contractors Use OutSolve

HR compliance failures begin in the margins with small errors, missed deadlines, or incomplete reports. But these minor issues can snowball into failed audits, penalties, and lost government contracts. For HR leaders navigating federal reporting ...

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Federal Contractor Compliance Requirements for New Contractors

So, you just landed your first federal contract—congratulations! Whether you're a startup celebrating your first opportunity or an established company branching into government work, one thing’s clear: understanding federal contractor compliance ...

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Workforce Analytics Supports Compliance: Federal Contractor Regulations

If you work in HR for a federal contractor, you know compliance is part of your everyday duties and tasks. With changing regulations and increased scrutiny around reporting, keeping up is definitely a challenge. Transparency, equity and ...

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EEO-1 Reporting Requirements: A Complete Guide

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How to Achieve Compliance in HR: What You Need to Know

State pay reporting. Anti-discrimination. Workplace Safety. AI in Hiring.

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Employer Responsibility: Workplace Non-Discrimination Under Federal Law

The world of employment law continues to change. For HR, staying informed about employment law changes and their implications is crucial. One of the most significant changes has been the rescission of Executive Order 11246, which impacts ...

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Employer Responsibility: Workplace Non-Discrimination Under Federal Law

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OutSolve Announces the Acquisition of Federal Wage and Labor Law Institute

OutSolve, a leading provider of employment solutions announces today its acquisition of Houston-based Federal Wage and Labor Law Institute (FWLLI), a labor law compliance company that makes it easy for businesses to manage and comply with ...

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2024 and Beyond Webinar- The Future of OFCCP Compliance

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 ...

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Understanding Recent OFCCP Updates for Government Contractors in Construction

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 ...