Back in November, 2022, the OFCCP proposed some relatively minor but potentially important changes to it’s mandatory disability self-identification form for federal contractor employers, fondly known as "Form CC-305." As an "information collection" under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), the revisions must ultimately be approved by the White Continue Reading...
How to Implement Effective Diversity Compliance in Your Workplace
In the 21st century, we hear a lot of talk about "moving the needle." Yet when this terminology encroaches on the realm of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I), it is more than just dangerous for your employees — it can even be illegal. Although increasing and enhancing diversity in the workplace is essential for staying compliant, it's Continue Reading...
Mandatory Annual Filing Obligations for Federal Contractors: The 2022 EEO-1 Component 1 Basics
As we settle into the new year, Biddle wants to make sure the contracting community doesn’t forget about their mandatory annual filing obligations. First up, the 2022 Employment Information Report (EEO-1) Component 1 filings (completed in 2023). What is the EEO-1 Report? The EEO-1 requires certain employers to submit employee demographic Continue Reading...
Sorting Out California’s Pay Data Reporting Requirements
The State of California has new pay reporting and pay transparency requirements that went into effect at the start of the year. For a quick refresher regarding the pay transparency requirements, jump on over to our blog post here. In the meantime, Biddle clients and BCGi members are emailing in tons of questions in the run-up to the Wednesday, May Continue Reading...
How to Navigate the Future of Affirmative Action
Today's social and political climate has underscored the importance of businesses having an affirmative action plan. However, the picture of what this plan requires has shifted rapidly thanks to uncertainty and the fast-changing circumstances surrounding affirmative action policies. Specifically, compliance professionals fear that most Continue Reading...
