Feds Push Contractors to Combat DEI Discrimination in Workplaces
Published Date: 5/6/2026
Notice
Summary
Federal contractors will soon need to share info showing they’re fighting discrimination based on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Four big agencies—DoD, GSA, NASA, and OFPP—are asking for public feedback on this new info collection by July 6, 2026. This effort aims to keep workplaces fair without adding too much paperwork or cost.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
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Mandatory reporting and record access
If you are a federal contractor, you must furnish all information and reports and provide access to books, records, and accounts as the contracting officer requires to show compliance with FAR clause 52.222-90 implementing Executive Order 14398 (March 31, 2026). This requirement is described in paragraph (b)(2) of the clause.
Subcontractor misconduct reporting duty
If you are a federal contractor, you must report any subcontractor conduct that you know or reasonably should know may violate the DEI clause and you must take any remedial actions the contracting officer directs, per paragraph (b)(4) of FAR 52.222-90. This implements Executive Order 14398 (March 31, 2026).
Paperwork burden and enforcement use
The agencies estimate the information collection will involve 1,365 respondents, 6,825 total annual responses, and 7,965 total annual burden hours; agencies will use the collected information to ensure compliance with Executive Order 14398 and to implement remedies for noncompliance under section 4 of the Order. The collection is being cleared under OMB Control No. 9000-XXXX.
Must notify if subcontractor sues over clause
If a subcontractor sues you and the lawsuit puts the validity of the DEI clause at issue, you must inform the contracting officer under paragraph (b)(5) of FAR 52.222-90 implementing Executive Order 14398 (March 31, 2026).
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