FHWAFinal Rule
State Highway Agency Equal Employment Opportunity Programs
TransportationLabor & Workplace
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Summary
This regulation requires state highway agencies that receive federal funding to have fair hiring and employment practices that give equal opportunities to all workers regardless of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. It ensures that federal highway dollars support workplaces free from discrimination.
Key Points
- 1State highway agencies must establish Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) programs to prevent discrimination in hiring, promotions, and working conditions
- 2Agencies receiving federal highway funding are required to actively recruit from underrepresented groups and track their hiring practices
- 3The regulation applies to all employees and job applicants, including office workers, engineers, construction workers, and management positions
- 4Agencies must investigate complaints of discrimination and take corrective action if violations are found
- 5Federal highway agencies will monitor state compliance and can reduce funding or take enforcement action against agencies that fail to meet these requirements
Impact Assessment
If you are a worker or job applicant with a state highway agency, this means your employer must ensure fair hiring and employment practices without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
Impact Level
Significant
Geographic Scope
National
Compliance Cost
Moderate
Who is Affected
State GovernmentsTransportation CompaniesWorkers/Laborers
Key Dates
Published
May 30, 2025
Regulatory Connections
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This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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