Certifications and More: The State of Federal Grantees and Anti-Discrimination Law

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Discrimination, Employment, Federal Grant Programs

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Attorney, Board of Directors, Human Resources Director, Human Resources Staff, Program Director, Program Staff

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2026

Eliminating discriminatory actions is a key focus of this administration. With enforcement of federal anti-discrimination laws now directly tied to the loss of grant funds and programs, understanding what compliance looks like is critical. This article provides an analysis of last year’s events and recent developments that can inform a Community Action Agency’s future actions.

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