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DE Talk Unplugged: Your HR-Exclusive Guide EEO, DEI, and OFCCP Policy Changes in 2023

by Kacie Koons | Feb 8, 2023 | Networking & Education

A new year means new policy changes from the employment law enforcement agencies, but the guessing game of what changes to expect and when can layer on the stress to an already confusing regulatory environment. Having an idea of what these changes may be can go a long...

OFCCP Week In Review: February 6, 2023

by DE Compliance News | Feb 6, 2023 | OFCCP Compliance, Week In Review (WIR)

U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology Released AI Risk Management Framework
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EEOC Held Virtual Meeting on Navigating Artificial Intelligence
U.S. BLS Reported a Small Increase in Job Openings for December But Little Change in Hires or Total Separations
OFCCP Extended Final Opportunity for Objections To EEO-1 Component 1 (Type 2=Consolidated) Data FOIA Disclosure
Economy Added 517k Jobs in January; Unemployment Rate Down Slightly to 3.4%
In Brief
Looking Ahead: Upcoming Date Reminders

OFCCP Week In Review: January 30, 2023

by DE Compliance News | Jan 30, 2023 | OFCCP Compliance, Week In Review (WIR)

U.S. GAO Published Report on Strengthening “DEIA” in the Federal Civilian Workforce
Latest DE Talk Podcast Provided Your HR-Exclusive Guide to EEO, DEI, & OFCCP Policy Changes in 2023
OMB Released Initial Proposals on Overhaul to Federal Race & Ethnicity Data Collections
U.S. OSHA Adopted “Instance-by-Instance” Citations
In Brief
Looking Ahead: Upcoming Date Reminders

DE Talk | Your HR-Exclusive Guide to EEO, DEI, and OFCCP Policy Changes in 2023

by DirectEmployers Association | Jan 24, 2023 | Podcast

Season 4 • Episode 6

After months of quiet, government agencies are gearing up for budgetary and policy changes affecting EEO, DEI, and OFCCP efforts. Tune in to this episode as Candee Chambers and employment law expert John C. Fox share their HR guide for 2023, outlining everything federal contractors need to be mindful of in the coming year.

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OFCCP Week In Review: January 23, 2023

by DE Compliance News | Jan 23, 2023 | OFCCP Compliance, Week In Review (WIR)

U.S. Appellate Court for D.C. Circuit Blocked Key Aspects of Trump-Era NLRB Union Election Rule
OFCCP Published Proposal to Modify Its Complaint Intake Procedures
OFCCP Published a New Corporate Scheduling Announcement List
DirectEmployers Association and 47 Others Filed Comments Re OFCCP’s Controversial Changes to its Supply & Service Audit Document Demands
In Brief
Looking Ahead: Upcoming Date Reminders

OFCCP Week In Review: January 17, 2023

by DE Compliance News | Jan 17, 2023 | OFCCP Compliance, Week In Review (WIR)

House Approved Procedural Rule That Allows Legislative Amendments to Axe Specific Programs/Agencies or Agency Officials
EEOC Requested Public Input on Its Draft FY 2023-2027 Strategic Enforcement Plan
U.S. DOL & White House OMB Directed Federal Agencies to Designate Labor Advisors
Another U.S. Court of Appeals Affirms the Injunction Against Implementation of the Federal Contractor COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate
USDOL Adjusted Civil Monetary Penalties Per Inflation Adjustment Act
USDOL & 8 Other Agencies Proposed a Controversial Joint Rule on Partnerships with Faith-Based and Neighborhood Organizations
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Looking Ahead: Upcoming Date Reminders

OutSolve and DirectEmployers Association Announce Strategic Partnership

by DirectEmployers Association | Jan 12, 2023 | Press Release

This press release was originally authored by partner OutSolve and distributed on January 12, 2023. OutSolve is DirectEmployers’ preferred partner for affirmative action development, pay equity, EEO-1/VETS, and DEI solutions, and DirectEmployers will be OutSolve’s...

OFCCP Week In Review: January 3, 2023

by DE Compliance News | Jan 3, 2023 | OFCCP Compliance, Week In Review (WIR)

U.S. IRS & Treasury Department Published Notice on Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship Requirements for Enhanced Tax Benefits Under Inflation Reduction Act
Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Delivers Another Fatal Blow to Biden Administration’s COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate for Federal Contractors
Latest DE Talk Podcast Provided Tips for Celebrating Holidays Inclusively at Work
OFCCP Submitted to OMB Its Final Rule on “Pre-Enforcement Notice & Conciliation Procedures”
Republican U.S. Senator Blocked Efforts for Unanimous Floor Vote to Confirm Gilbride (EEOC Counsel) & Looman (WHD Head) Nominations
NY Gov. Hochul Finally Signs Bill Requiring “Salary Range” Disclosures in Job Ads
How The New $1.7 Trillion Federal Budget Differentially Impacts Federal Labor & Employment Law Agencies
Bipartisan FY 2023 Budget Law Included New Accommodations for Pregnant & Nursing Employees
In Brief
Looking Ahead: Upcoming Date Reminders

DE Talk Unplugged: Pro Tips for Celebrating Holidays Inclusively at Work

by Kacie Koons | Dec 22, 2022 | Culture & Belonging, Networking & Education

The holiday season is among us and there’s much more to celebrate than just Christmas. In fact, there are more than twenty religious and cultural holidays celebrated between December and February. As diversity and inclusion efforts come to the forefront for many...

DE Talk | Pro Tips for Celebrating Holidays Inclusively at Work

by DirectEmployers Association | Dec 20, 2022 | Podcast

Season 4 • Episode 5

How your organization celebrates holidays at work impacts your culture and employee experience. When you recognize your employees’ backgrounds, you help create a culture of belonging, whereas ignoring your employees’ identities may lead to disengagement and increased turnover. Tune in to today’s podcast as DirectEmployers’ Candee Chambers and Mikey Meagher share practical tips and guidance on how to show employees you value differences and welcome them to bring their whole selves to work – holiday celebrations and all.