Kate Driscoll and Elizabeth Weil Shaw wrote this article in For the Defense about the current Administration's use of the False Claims Act (FCA) to address diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs among federal contractors. The article discusses Executive Order 14173, which links compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws to the FCA, potentially exposing companies to investigations and liability. It outlines steps companies can take to mitigate risks and defend against DEI-related FCA investigations, emphasizing the importance of understanding legal obligations under the new order.
Read the full article (p. 14).
