Skip to content

Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP), U.S. Department of Labor

UHH Home > EEO/AA > Informational Brochure

What is Prohibited?

Executive Order 11246, as amended by 11375 and 12086

Discrimination in employment (including, but not limited to, hiring, firing, upgrading, salaries, benefits, training, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment) based on race, color, religion, national origin or sex.

Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

Discrimination in employment against otherwise qualified persons with disabilities, and failure to make reasonable accommodation.

Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 ( 38-USC-4212)

Discrimination in employment against qualified special disabled veterans (veterans with 30% or more VA disability rating, or who were discharged due to service-connected disability) and veterans of the Vietnam era. Also 10-20% for veterans with serious employment disabilities.

Who is Covered?

All employees and applicants for positions.

How is a Complaint Made?

A formal complaint is initiated by a letter to OFCCP or the Secretary of Labor.

What is the Time Limit?

  • Executive Order 11246: 180 days
  • Section 503: 300 days
  • 38-USC-4212: 300 days

OFCCP may extend the limit if "good cause" is shown.

Further Information

For further information, contact:

Local

Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, U.S. Department of Labor, 300 Ala Moana Boulevard, Room 7-326, Box 50149, Honolulu, HI 96850
Tel: (808) 541-2933

District

Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, U.S. Department of Labor, 90 7th St., Ste. 18-300, San Francisco, CA 94103
Tel: (415) 625-7800

National

Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20210
Tel: (202) 693-0108

Disclaimer

State and federal laws and regulations are subject to change. Contact the appropriate office for the precise advice on your legal rights. Consult a lawyer for information on state and federal court actions.