Virginia: State Contractors Must Prohibit Discrimination Based on Certain Categories

The executive order is intended to demonstrate the state government’s pledge to a more inclusive environment.  Virginia’s statewide regulations ordinarily do not prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity; thus, state contractors who wish to be eligible for higher-valued contracts must adopt a broader anti-discrimination policy than required by the state.

Action Items

1. Have anti-discrimination policies and procedures revised to include sexual orientation and gender identity.

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