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Ellen Shong & Associates provides the latest news and current developments in the equal employment opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action (AA) fields. Check back regularly to see what may be happening in areas of interest to you.
FAR Council Information Collection for Executive Order 14398
The Federal Acquisition Regulatory (FAR) Council has proposed a new information collection under Executive Order 14398. The FAR Council proposal was submitted to the Office of Management and Budget on May 6, 2026. The public has until July 6, 2026, to comment on the proposed information collection.
May 283 min read
FAR Council to Implement Executive Order 14398
The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council has issued instructions to federal agencies to implement Executive Order 14398. EO 14398 requires federal contractors and subcontractors to end the use of "racially discriminatory DEI activities." The FAR Council's instructions direct federal agencies to include certain language required by EO 14398 in new and existing contracts.
Apr 215 min read
New Executive Order for Federal Contractors Regarding DEI Activities
The Trump administration has issued a new executive order regarding the DEI activities of federal contractors and subcontractors. Federal contractors and subcontractors may have contracts terminated for failure to address what the executive order defines as "racially discriminatory DEI activities."
Mar 316 min read
EEOC Investigation on DEI Initiatives
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued a press release regarding an investigation into what it considers illegal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives at a major U.S. corporation. The press release is dated November 20, 2025.
Dec 23, 20252 min read
DOJ Issues Guidance on Federal Contractor DEI Programs
U.S. Department of Justice issues guidance for federal contractors regarding use of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
Sep 3, 20253 min read
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