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As anticipated, OFCCP published on Friday, January 30, 2015 the Agency’s proposed Sex Discrimination Rules in the Federal Register. The public comment period is open until March 31, 2015.
We are in the process of digesting the new rules so check back soon for an in-depth analysis, including a section-by-section review of the new obligations.
We have learned that Patrick Patterson will soon be announced as the new Deputy Director of OFCCP in the Agency’s national office, replacing Les Jin. Since 2010, Deputy Director Patterson has served as Senior Counsel to EEOC Chair Jacqueline Berrien, who recently announced her departure from the Commission. Consistent with other recent OFCCP appointments, Deputy…
Under OFCCP’s new 503 regulations covering individuals with disabilities, employers are required to use a form prescribed by OFCCP to solicit disability status of applicants and employees. After receiving questions and input from contractors on an initial draft form, OFCCP has modified, and received approval of a final version of the form.
In response…
In a recent court filing, the National Association of Manufacturers and the Virginia Manufacturers Association have challenged the legality of OFCCP’s requirement that federal contractors post notices informing employees of their rights under the National Labor Relations Act in connection with Executive Order 13496. In addition to other arguments, the complaint contends that…
