Rule lifecycle · DOCKET:OFCCP-2025-0003

Modifications to the Regulations Implementing Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as Amended; Extension of Comment Period

Department of Labor, Federal Contract Compliance Program Office, Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs — observed across 2 documents over 65 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.

In plain English

The Department of Labor is extending the deadline for public comments on proposed changes to rules that require federal contractors to hire and advance workers with disabilities. If your small business has federal contracts or is considering them, review the proposed changes and submit feedback during the extended comment period to help shape the final requirements.

First seen

Jul 1, 2025

Last seen

Sep 4, 2025

Latest stage

Proposed Rule

PRORULE → RULE

Stage timeline

  1. Proposed·Jul 1, 2025

    Modifications to the Regulations Implementing Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as Amended

    comments close Sep 2, 2025#2025-12233

  2. Proposed·Sep 4, 2025

    Modifications to the Regulations Implementing Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as Amended; Extension of Comment Period

    #2025-16920