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Complying with the New Head Start Performance Standards
On August 21, 2024, the federal Office of Head Start (OHS) released extensive regulatory changes to the Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS) in Supporting the Head Start Workforce and Consistent Quality Programming (the Final Rule)…
Open Meetings Law State-by-State Guide
Open meetings laws typically apply to federal, state, and local governmental bodies. However, some states expand applicability to non-governmental entities, such as recipients of government grants and certain nonprofit organizations…
Responding to Data Incidents
With cybercrime increasing, this question arises more and more often. Many CAAs have moved away from paper records toward electronic systems which contain significant amounts of data, and it isn’t always clear what obligations a CAA has when data within its care is compromised…
CAA Primer on Student Loan Repayment
The landscape of student loans and loan repayment plans in the United States is complex. Understanding the legal framework behind how these programs were created and function will help community action agencies (CAAs) navigate changes to the programs and better support staff who are utilizing them.
New EEOC Technical Assistance on Anti-Discrimination in the Workplace
On March 19, 2025, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released two technical assistance documents that address the scope of protections under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as they relate to an employer’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, programs, and...
Tips on Preparing for a Possible Government Shutdown
With the possibility of a federal government shutdown looming, what should CAAs be doing to prepare? Review 10 tips to consider when preparing for a possible shutdown. Summaries of federal agency shutdown contingency plans also help determine which federal programs and activities will continue...
Evaluating Cost-Saving Workforce Options in Leaner Times
In the face of potential federal budget cuts or a government shutdown, many Community Action Agencies (CAAs) evaluate cost-saving workforce options—from laying off staff to reducing hours or freezing wages. To help CAAs weather tough financial times and protect themselves against potential...
On Notice: Understanding Federal WARN Act Compliance
Whether due to funding cuts, government shutdowns, recompetition, or other operational reasons, at some point a Community Action Agency (CAA) may need to consider restructuring or downsizing its workforce. Terminating employees, shuttering locations, or implementing cost-saving measures trigger...
Litigation Update: Executive Orders on DEI and More
Over the last month, legal actions challenging the new administration’s executive orders (EOs) and other directives based on those EOs continue to make their way through the federal courts. In some cases, the court has issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) or preliminary injunction (PI)...
A Primer on Tools a New Administration May Use to Effectuate Change
The early stages of a new administration can involve significant and fast-moving change. During this time, a president is typically focused on establishing policies and programs that align with the goals and priorities for his term. In an effort to effectuate timely change, a president may use a...
Legal Implications of the New Administration’s First Moves
The executive actions taken during the first weeks of the new Trump administration have garnered a great deal of attention and raised numerous questions for community action agencies (CAAs). Through a series of executive orders (EOs) and memos, the administration issued broad directives...
New Trump Administration Executive Orders: Initial Thoughts
Following the 2025 presidential inauguration, the White House released a myriad of new executive orders (EOs) on a host of issues. Many of these orders contain broad directives and it will take time for the practical implications of these actions to become clear. The documents mostly establish the...