EEOC Meeting to Fine-Tune Its Voting Procedures

2025-18972 — 2025 Adjustment of the Penalty for Violation of Notice Posting Requirements

Starting in 2025, the fines for not posting required workplace notices will go up to keep up with inflation. This affects employers who must display important legal info about workers' rights under several civil rights laws. The new penalty amounts kick in soon, so businesses should double-check their notice postings to avoid bigger fines.

2026-03532 — Commission Meeting-Sunshine Act Notice

On February 26, 2026, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission will hold a private virtual meeting to decide on a federal agency discrimination complaint appeal. This closed session means the public can’t watch or listen in, keeping sensitive details under wraps. The decision could impact how discrimination complaints are handled by federal agencies, but no direct money changes are announced.

2026-00900 — Commission Meeting-Sunshine Act Notice

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is holding a public meeting on January 22, 2026, to discuss important changes like canceling harassment enforcement guidance and decisions about legal actions and fund approvals. Anyone interested can listen in or attend in person by registering ahead. These updates could affect how workplace harassment is handled and how the Commission manages its money and lawsuits.

2026-00251 — Sunshine Act Meetings

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is holding a public meeting on January 14, 2026, to discuss changes in how they vote and organize themselves. Anyone can listen in person or by phone, with American Sign Language services available. This update makes the Commission’s decision-making more open and clear, with no extra costs or delays expected.

2025-18035 — Performance Review Board Appointment of Members

The EEOC just named the new members of its Performance Review Board, the team that checks and recommends pay raises, bonuses, and performance ratings for top-level employees. This update affects senior leaders and helps keep performance reviews fair and on track. No big money changes or deadlines were mentioned, but it’s all about making sure the right folks get recognized at the right time.

2026-06512 — Petition for Modification of Application of Existing Mandatory Safety Standards

Marfork Coal Company wants to change some safety rules at their Glen Alum Tunnel Mine. They’re asking to use a different way to keep miners safe that works just as well or better. If approved, this could affect how safety checks are done and might save the company some time or money. Everyone has until May 4, 2026, to share their thoughts on this idea.

Previous: 2026-00496 — National Council on the Arts 218th Meeting

The National Council on the Arts is holding its 218th meeting on January 22, 2026, from 2 to 3 p.m., open to the public via videoconference. This meeting affects artists, arts organizations, and the public interested in arts funding and policies. They’ll discuss agency business, with some private talks if needed, but no new funding changes were announced.

Next: 2026-00499 — Agency Information Collection Request; 30-Day Public Comment Request

The Department of Health and Human Services wants your thoughts on a new form to protect patient privacy about substance use disorder records. If you have ideas on how to make this form easier or clearer, now’s your chance to speak up before February 12, 2026. This new info collection won’t cost you money but aims to keep sensitive health info safe and sound.