
Debra Milstein Gardner
Debra Milstein Gardner has worked in the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) space for the past 43 years while working in the public and private sectors in various human resources compliance roles. She began her career working for the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and then went to the Marriott Corporation for nine years working in EEO, Affirmative Action and field human resource roles. In 1990, Debra founded Workplace Dynamics LLC providing EEO, AA, and DEI consulting services to government contractors. In 2016, Debra sold the affirmative action portion of Workplace Dynamics to OutSolve LLC and works part-time as a Market Analyst. Debra is a sports fanatic, routing for the Baltimore Ravens and all Virginia Tech Hokie teams. She loves to hike and boat in her mountain and lake community of Lake Lure, NC.
The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has launched a new Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for federal contractors' 2021 Type 2 Consolidated EEO-1 Reports. This request follows a similar action taken in 2022, which targeted 2016-2020 data. Contractors now have until December 10, 2024 to file objections if they believe their reports contain sensitive information that they wish to keep private.
Debra Milstein Gardner Act Now: Protect 2021 EEO-1 Reports—Submit Objections by December 10, 2024
The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) in introducing new compliance requirements for construction contractors with the release of the updated Construction Scheduling Letter and Itemized Listing and the reinstatement of Form CC-257. These changes will significantly increase data reporting obligations for federal contractors, especially those in construction, and even certain supply and service contractors that also do construction work.
Debra Milstein Gardner OFCCP Reinstates Form CC-257 and Updates Compliance Rules for Construction Contractors
The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) announced two significant leadership appointments filling the open positions of Director of Division of Program Operations and Southeast Regional Manager.
Debra Milstein Gardner Nakisha Pugh and Shanae Moody Step into Leadership Roles at OFCCP
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New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law Takes Effect June 2025
New Jersey has joined the growing list of states advancing pay transparency with Governor Phil Murphy signing Senate Bill 2310 into law effective June 1, 2025. This law will require employers (including consulting firms, job placement, referral, and employment agencies) with at least 10 employees over 20 calendar weeks to disclose salary ranges and general benefits in job postings, whether internal or external.
Debra Milstein Gardner New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law Poised for 2025 Rollout
On September 3, 2024, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) brought in Anupa Iyer Geevarghese as its new Deputy Director. Geevarghese steps into this role with a wealth of experience in both public and nonprofit sectors, particularly in advocating for individuals with disabilities. Her previous role as the Chief of Staff at the Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) highlights her deep-rooted commitment to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities, a focus she is likely to carry forward at the OFCCP.
Debra Milstein Gardner Anupa Iyer Geevarghese: A Leader in Disability Advocacy Joins OFCCP
The 2024 VETS-4212 reporting platform has officially opened as of August 1, 2024, with a filing deadline of September 30, 2024. While this annual reporting requirement may not generate the same buzz as EEO-1 reports, it remains a crucial compliance step for federal contractors and subcontractors.
Debra Milstein Gardner 2024 VETS-4212 Filing Now Open: Are You Prepared?
The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has been a pivotal force in ensuring equitable access to good jobs in the construction industry, particularly through its Mega Construction Project Program (Megaproject). This initiative, relaunched in March 2023, aims to foster equal opportunities and support diverse hiring practices on large, federally funded construction projects. As of April 25th, 2024, the program has expanded significantly, designating 16 additional projects as Megaprojects and bringing the total to 40.
Debra Milstein Gardner 16 New and Diverse Federally Funded Construction Projects Added to OFCCP's Megaproject Program
The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has released new resources to aid federal contractors and subcontractors in complying with the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA). VEVRAA mandates that these contractors must not discriminate against veterans in their employment practices and must provide equal employment opportunities in recruitment, hiring, promotion, and retention. These resources are aimed at assisting companies comply with their VEVRAA requirements.
Debra Milstein Gardner OFCCP Continues to Update VEVRAA Resources with Second 2024 Release
On July 1, 2025, a new regulation mandating pay transparency in job advertisements will come into effect in Vermont. Signed into law by Governor Phil Scott on June 4, 2024, H.704 requires employers with at least five employees to disclose the compensation or range of compensation for any advertised position.

The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) recently sent out a reminder to all covered federal contractors and subcontractors to certify their compliance with Affirmative Action Program (AAP) requirements through the Contractor Portal by the July 1, 2024 deadline.
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