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Can you summarize 12 CFR Part 268?
BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM > RULES REGARDING EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Short Summary
The provided legal document, 12 CFR part 268, issued by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, establishes the Board’s policy, program, and procedures for providing equal opportunity to Board employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. The document also sets forth the Board’s policy, program, and procedures for prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability in programs and activities conducted by the Board. It references the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act as relevant entities and legislation. The document outlines the Board Program to Promote Equal Opportunity, which aims to promote equal opportunity, identify and eliminate discriminatory practices and policies. It covers various aspects such as fair and impartial processing of complaints, eradication of prejudice and discrimination, communication of equal employment opportunity policy, review and evaluation of managerial and supervisory performance, disciplinary action against employees engaging in discriminatory practices, reasonable accommodation for religious needs and disabilities, recognition of superior accomplishment in equal employment opportunity, evaluation of the effectiveness of the program, enhancement of employee skills through training, informing employees and labor organizations about the program, and participating in cooperative action to improve employment opportunities and community conditions. The document also provides procedures for processing individual and class complaints of employment discrimination and retaliation prohibited by various statutes. It outlines the pre-complaint processing procedures, requirements for filing complaints, investigation of complaints, procedures for hearings, and final action by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. The document also covers the appeals process, remedies and relief available for cases of discrimination, collection and maintenance of employment information, and prohibition against discrimination in Board programs and activities because of physical or mental disability. Overall, this document ensures equal opportunity and non-discrimination within the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.
Whom does it apply to?
Board employees and applicants for employment at the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System
What does it govern?
Equal opportunity and non-discrimination policies within the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System
What are exemptions?
Equal Pay Act complaints of employees whose services are performed within a foreign country or certain United States territories
What are the Penalties?
No specific penalties are mentioned in this document
Jurisdiction
U.S. Federal Government