Let's Get Surety #133 Unpacking Executive Order 14173 and Its Implications for Federal Contractors
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Mar 25, 2025 Stephen Irving, Co-Vice Chair of the Labor & Employment Practice at Peckar & Abramson, delves into the implications of Executive Order 14173 for federal contractors. He discusses the shift towards merit-based opportunities and its impact on diversity and affirmative action. The conversation covers compliance challenges, the potential risks of the False Claims Act, and ongoing legal battles surrounding these changes. Listeners gain insight into how businesses can navigate this evolving landscape while maintaining their diversity programs.
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Executive Order 14173 Overview
- Executive Order 14173 revoked the older Executive Order 11246, impacting affirmative action programs for federal contractors.
- It aims to eliminate what it deems "illegal DEI programs" across the broader economy.
Compliance and Review
- Federal contractors had 90 days to comply with the changes, but enforcement of 11246 has already ceased.
- Review and revise existing policies, including website content, to ensure compliance.
Policy Review and Recruitment
- Review existing diversity and inclusion policies and website content.
- Broaden recruitment by targeting organizations and universities with diverse talent pools.