The HRTech Wire

DOL final rule revamps antidiscrimination requirements for apprenticeships

The U.S. Department of Labor issued a final rule rescinding "affirmative action requirements" for Registered Apprenticeship program sponsors, effective Jan. 5, according to HR Dive. The rule replaces part 30 of the regulation and removes obligations to appoint a designated EEO manager, run antiharassment training, post an equal opportunity pledge, and analyze apprentice demographic data for sponsors with five or more apprentices. DOL says the change will reduce administrative burdens for sponsors.