EEOC proposes ending demographic reporting but employers must still comply

Short summary

The EEOC voted 2-1 on July 21, 2026 to propose rescinding mandatory workforce demographic reporting including the EEO-1 report, but no change is effective yet and employers must continue current compliance. Chair Andrea Lucas argues the reports impose unnecessary burdens, while Commissioner Kotagal's dissent warns they are critical enforcement tools. State laws in California, Illinois, and Massachusetts may independently require continued demographic reporting regardless of federal action.

• •EEOC proposed rescinding EEO-1 and demographic reporting requirements via NPRM voted 2-1 on July 21, 2026
• •Employers must continue current reporting obligations until the rulemaking process completes
• •State laws in CA, IL, and MA may require continued demographic reporting independent of federal changes

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