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EEOC Settles with Christian Employers Alliance, Waiving Gender Identity Discrimination Claims
Key points
- EEOC settled with Christian Employers Alliance on August 18.
- The settlement waives EEOC's right to pursue gender identity discrimination claims against CEA members.
- The agreement applies to over 20,000 current and all future CEA members.
- Former EEOC general counsel called the provision for future members unprecedented.
EEOC Settlement Details
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) finalized a settlement with the Christian Employers Alliance (CEA) on August 18. This agreement stipulates that the EEOC will not investigate or pursue claims of gender identity-based discrimination against any employer that is a member of the CEA. This pledge is made in perpetuity, meaning it has no expiration date.
Impact on Employees
As a result of this settlement, individuals working for companies affiliated with the Christian Employers Alliance who believe they have experienced gender identity discrimination will be unable to utilize the EEOC's complaint investigation and litigation services. The EEOC typically provides free investigation and, in some cases, legal representation for employees facing discrimination.
Scope of the Agreement
The settlement's provisions extend beyond the current membership of the Christian Employers Alliance, which includes over 20,000 employers. It also applies to any future organizations that join the CEA, provided they are members at the time any alleged discrimination occurs. This broad application has been noted as unusual by former EEOC officials.
Background and Context
This settlement follows EEOC guidance issued under the Biden administration and a 2020 Supreme Court ruling affirming that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act protects against discrimination based on gender identity. The Christian Employers Alliance has reportedly highlighted this blanket protection on its website as a benefit for prospective members.
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Reporting from
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) reached a settlement with the Christian Employers Alliance (CEA) on August 18, agreeing not to pursue gender identity-based discrimination claims against CEA members in perpetuity. This settlement means employees of CEA member organizations cannot use the EEOC's process for gender identity discrimination complaints, potentially impacting over 20,000 current and all future members.