Which agency is responsible for monitoring compliance with affirmative action plans?

The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) is the agency specifically tasked with ensuring that employers who hold federal contracts comply with affirmative action and equal employment opportunity laws. The OFCCP monitors and enforces compliance with these requirements, primarily focusing on ensuring that employers take proactive measures to prevent discrimination and promote equal opportunity in hiring and employment practices.

This agency evaluates the affirmative action plans of federal contractors and takes action when they identify noncompliance. The OFCCP conducts audits and investigations to verify adherence to civil rights provisions, making it uniquely positioned to oversee affirmative action requirements among federal contractors.

Other agencies, while involved in various aspects of labor relations and employee rights, do not have the same dedicated focus on enforcing affirmative action plans. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), for instance, handles a broader range of employment discrimination cases but does not specifically enforce affirmative action for federal contractors. The Department of Labor (DOL) oversees various labor laws but has a wider remit beyond just affirmative action compliance. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) primarily deals with labor relations and union-related issues, making its responsibilities distinct from those related to affirmative action.