By Godson Umejiego, Correspondent USA

Today marks the 31st anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programmes (OFCCP) says it is proud to be working to ensure the inclusion of individuals with disabilities by federal contractors in all aspects of employment, including equal opportunity and non-discrimination in hiring, compensation, and promotions.

“At OFCCP, we promote disability inclusion by enforcing Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. OFCCP provides comprehensive compliance assistance to help federal contractors exceed the nationwide goal for at least 7 per cent of their workforce to comprise persons with disabilities, and we eliminate employment discrimination when we find it, “ says a statement from the agency seen by Cyber Era NG.

OFCCP also investigates disability complaints. Complaints filed with OFCCP under Section 503 often also fall within EEOC’s jurisdiction under Title I of the ADA. These discrimination complaints are considered dual-filed, and OFCCP acts as EEOC’s agent when receiving, investigating and processing these complaints. OFCCP also accepts complaints alleging violations of federal contractors’ affirmative action obligations under Section 503.  These affirmative action complaints are unique to OFCCP and are not considered dual-filed.