Executive Order On Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities Through the Federal Government
Executive Order 13985, titled "Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities Through the Federal Government," was issued by President Joe Biden on January 20, 2021, to promote equity across federal agencies.
This executive order mandates a comprehensive approach to advancing equity for all individuals, particularly focusing on historically underserved and marginalized communities.
It directs federal agencies to assess and address systemic barriers within their policies and programs that may hinder equal opportunity. Agencies are required to conduct equity assessments, allocate resources to bridge opportunity gaps, and engage with community stakeholders to ensure inclusive and equitable service delivery. The order emphasizes the consistent and systematic fair, just, and impartial treatment of all individuals, including those belonging to underserved communities.
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