The Signal Through the Noise

Key Insights

1. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) officially rescinded its 2024 Harassment Guidance, signaling continued shifts in federal enforcement priorities and creating added uncertainty for employers navigating compliance obligations. 
2. The Trump Administration has expanded the Mexico City Policy, adding new restrictions tied to gender identity and “DEI” for recipients of US-foreign aid funding. 
3. States across the country are advancing anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, increasing risks to employee safety, inconsistent protections across jurisdictions, and greater complexity for employers managing a multi-state workforce.