Policy Resources

The State of Illinois has allocated substantial funds to pre-apprenticeship. With the pipeline of diverse workers created by these investments, CWIT is looking to ensure that the hiring of these qualified, diverse workers by state contractors is strong.

For nearly 90 years, presidential executive orders have shaped the fight for equal employment opportunity in federal contracting. This timeline outlines the critical moments that built, expanded and ultimately eliminated Executive Order 11246.

Legal analysis and expert guidance from state attorneys general, former federal officials, and legal experts, addressing misinformation in recent federal communications on diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.