Who is Covered by EEO Laws?
All private employers, state and local governments, and educational institutions that employ more than fifteen individuals are subject to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the ADA. Meanwhile, the ADEA applies to all private employers who employ more than twenty people, state and local governments (including school districts), labor organizations, and employment agencies. The EPA is widely applicable, as it covers all employers who are subject to the Federal Wage and Hour Law (Fair Labor Standards Act). Most employers are subject to this Act. Generally speaking, American companies that employ citizens from other countries are still subject to EEO laws. There are, however, exceptions to this rule and employers and employees should seek out additional information about how EEO laws apply to multi-national employers and multi-national employees. The federal government must also abide by EEO laws, including Title VII, ADA, ADEA, and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. It is importan
