Which law does the EEOC primarily enforce?

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) primarily enforces laws that prohibit employment discrimination. Among the laws it enforces, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a significant one. The ADA prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including jobs. This means that employers must provide reasonable accommodations for employees or job applicants with disabilities unless doing so would cause undue hardship to the employer.

By enforcing the ADA, the EEOC ensures that individuals with disabilities have equal opportunities in the workplace and are treated fairly in terms of hiring, promotions, and work conditions. The enforcement of this act plays a crucial role in protecting the rights of disabled individuals, making workplaces more inclusive.

In contrast, while the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Occupational Safety and Health Act address related issues—such as wages, age discrimination, and workplace safety—the primary focus of the EEOC is on eliminating discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information, with the ADA being a key component of that mission.