Supreme Court Upholds Anti-Discrimination Law

The justices unanimously ruled in favor of a former police officer. The Supreme Court upheld broad qualifications for Title VII discrimination cases this week, deciding unanimously in favor…

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Federal Agencies Call for AI Fairness, Equality, and Justice Compliance

The statement intends to address potential discrimination through automated systems. The Department of Labor issued a joint statement along with the Department of Justice, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau,…

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Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter Passes Away at 96

She was an advocate for women’s rights, caregivers, and mental health. Former President Jimmy Carter’s wife Rosalynn Carter passed away at home in Plains, Georgia, on Sunday at…

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Governor Newsom Appoints Laphonza Butler to Senate Seat

Former advisor to Kamala Harris to serve the remainder of late Senator Feinstein’s term. Governor Gavin Newsom of California has appointed Laphonza Butler to complete the remaining 17…

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Accessibility Requirements Proposed for Video Conferencing Platforms

FCC seeks to ensure equitable communication. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel has submitted a proposal to enforce accessibility requirements on video conferencing platforms like Zoom, Microsoft…

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USDA Commits Funding to Underserved Farmers and Ranchers

The program assists rural business owners affected by racial and circumstantial prejudices. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has committed $45 million in grant funding for disadvantaged farmers,…

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House Bill Introduced to Ban “Latinx” in Public Documents

The term was used four times in official White House press releases. Representative María Elvira Salazar of Florida introduced a bill to the House to ban the use…

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House Passes Bill on Girls’ Sports 

Athletes qualify based on biological genetics.  The Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act, sponsored by Representative Greg Steube of Florida, would recognize a person’s sex under…

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City National Bank Settles Redlining Dispute with DOJ

The entity denies allegations of discrimination and pledges to open a branch in the area. The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that City National Bank has agreed to…

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Representative Pocan to Chair Congressional Equality Caucus

He outlined the legislative focus of the group. Representative Mark Pocan of Wisconsin has been chosen as the new chairman of the Congressional Equality Caucus and will be…

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