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The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released a mandatory workplace poster update in late 2022—yet many businesses are still not fully compliant in 2025. The "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster replaces the previous "EEO is the Law" version and includes key updates that all employers must acknowledge.
Failure to display the updated EEOC poster could result in penalties, increased legal risk, and employee complaints. Here’s what employers need to know to ensure compliance in 2025.
The poster is required for all employers with 15 or more employees, including private companies, government agencies, educational institutions, labor unions, and staffing agencies. It must be displayed in a conspicuous location where employees will see it, such as a breakroom or time clock station.
For businesses with remote employees, digital posting is also required. If your company operates without a physical office, you may fulfill the requirement by posting the EEOC Know Your Rights poster exclusively on your company’s website.
The new poster can be downloaded from the EEOC’s website here.
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The Know Your Rights poster is designed to improve clarity and accessibility. Notable updates include:
The EEOC expects compliance "as soon as possible," but many businesses have not yet updated their posters. While there is no hard deadline, failure to post the correct version could result in:
If you’re unsure whether your company’s EEOC poster is up to date, now is the time to act.
In addition to posting the new “Know Your Rights Poster,” employers should take steps to train managers and leaders on harassment in the workplace. As previously noted, the EEOC now clearly includes harassment as a form of discrimination, bringing it to the forefront and perhaps increasing the number of harassment claims.
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At Axcet HR Solutions, we take the guesswork out of HR compliance. As a certified PEO headquartered in Kansas City, we handle all mandatory workplace postings for our clients—ensuring you have the latest EEOC poster displayed properly.
We also provide HR training on discrimination and harassment prevention, helping businesses minimize legal risk and foster a fair, inclusive workplace.
Need to update your EEOC compliance? Contact Axcet HR Solutions today to ensure your business is fully compliant with employment law.
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