The U.S. Department of Labor is proposing to change its regulations for Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Section 503 regulations require that businesses with federal contractors use voluntary surveys to track their progress in hiring and employing people with disabilities. The regulations also include a goal for contractors — businesses with federal contracts should try to have a workforce that includes 7% people with disabilities. A new proposal from the Administration would delete these requirements.
To learn more and submit a comment, see the Federal Register notice: Modifications to the Regulations Implementing Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as Amended. Comments must be received by September 2, 2025.