Executive Order 11246 has undergone several amendments since 1965 to strengthen anti-discrimination protections and expand coverage.
Key Historical Updates:
1967: President Johnson expanded the order to include sex discrimination, making gender equality a federal priority.
2014: President Obama added protections for sexual orientation and gender identity, ensuring LGBTQ+ workers are included in affirmative action policies.
2021-2023: The Biden administration strengthened OFCCP enforcement and increased efforts to address racial and gender disparities in federal contracting.
Recent Changes & Trends:
🔹 Pay Transparency Requirements: Employers may be required to disclose salary data to prevent pay discrimination.
🔹 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Initiatives: The OFCCP has increased its focus on inclusive hiring practices and supplier diversity programs.
🔹 Stronger Compliance Reviews: The government is expanding audits to ensure contractors are actively implementing their AAPs, not just creating them on paper.
Employers should stay up to date with OFCCP regulations and proactively adjust their policies to ensure ongoing compliance.
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