Asked by Steven McCoy on Jun 11, 2024
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Peggy, a Hispanic female in the accounting department of a large retail chain, believes she has been the victim of race and sex discrimination. Why can't she turn to the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) for assistance with this problem?
A) The injury to Peggy is under the $50,000 threshold.
B) The OFCCP protection does not cover sex discrimination.
C) Her employer doesn't have contracts with the federal government.
D) A retail chain would not be affected by federal anti-discrimination laws.
E) Her company does not have an affirmative-action plan on file.
OFCCP
The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, a U.S. Department of Labor agency responsible for ensuring that employers doing business with the Federal government comply with non-discrimination and affirmative action laws.
Federal Anti-Discrimination Laws
Legislation enacted by the federal government to prevent discrimination in employment and other areas based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.
- Determine the responsibilities of diverse federal organizations in upholding employment statutes.
- Understand the impact of specific executive orders on employment practices.
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Luke Sergei WarchockiJun 13, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The OFCCP only has jurisdiction over employers who hold federal contracts or subcontracts. If Peggy's employer does not have contracts with the federal government, then she would not be able to turn to the OFCCP for assistance.
Learning Objectives
- Determine the responsibilities of diverse federal organizations in upholding employment statutes.
- Understand the impact of specific executive orders on employment practices.