EEOC Holds Hearing about the future of the equal employment opportunity data collection Several equality advocates expressed concern that the changes would lead to more discrimination and potentially confuse employers. https://www.hr-brew.com/stories/eeoc-holds-hearing-about-the-future-of-the-equal-employment-opportunity-data-collection Comment Period Ends: Aug 24, 2026 at 11:59 PM EDT The proposed rule change will remain open for public comment until Aug. 24 and is expected to become final.