Navigating the 2025 - 2026 Executive Orders on DEI: Implications for Federal Contractors, Subcontractors and Grant Recipients

Join Jackson Lewis P.C. attorney Scott Pechaitis for an overview of the 2025 and 2026 Presidential Executive Orders affecting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and examine their impact on organizations that contract with or receive funding from the federal government. Participants will gain an understanding of the evolving legal and regulatory landscape, including compliance obligations, subcontract flow down requirements, the government’s enforcement priorities, and evolving risks associated with DEI-related policies and practices. The session will also offer practical guidance for evaluating existing DEI programs and implementing strategies that align with current federal requirements while supporting lawful workplace initiatives.