H.R.989 - To codify Executive Order 11246 titled Equal Employment Opportunity. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R. 989 aims to codify Executive Order 11246, which pertains to equal employment opportunity, into law. This would give the executive order the full force and effect of law, making it more difficult to alter or rescind in the future. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce.
Expected Effects
Codifying Executive Order 11246 would likely solidify non-discrimination policies in government employment and among government contractors. This could lead to increased enforcement and potentially broader application of equal employment opportunity principles. It would also limit future executive or legislative actions to weaken these protections.
Potential Benefits
- Strengthens protections against discrimination in government and contractor employment.
- Provides a more stable legal basis for equal employment opportunity policies.
- May lead to increased diversity and inclusion in the workforce.
- Could reduce legal challenges to the executive order's provisions.
- Reinforces the principle of equal opportunity under the law.
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Potential Disadvantages
- May create additional regulatory burdens for businesses, particularly government contractors.
- Could lead to increased litigation related to employment practices.
- Some may argue it infringes on business autonomy in hiring decisions.
- Potential for unintended consequences or unforeseen implementation challenges.
- Could be viewed as an overreach of federal power into employment matters.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill's constitutional alignment is rooted in Congress's power to enforce equal protection under the law, potentially drawing authority from the Fourteenth Amendment's Equal Protection Clause. Article I, Section 8 grants Congress the power to regulate commerce, which could be used to justify regulating employment practices of government contractors. However, some may argue that it infringes upon individual liberties or states' rights, leading to constitutional challenges.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).