Summary

The EEOC announced today in February 2026 that two of its five commissioners and two of five full members are missing, meaning the government is likely to shut down. This absence of a quorum due to the lengthy shutdown may change the government's approach to handling harassment and retaliation cases, particularly regarding sexual harassment. The EEOC and jury members Timia A. Skelton and Jennifer M. Trulock are focusing on a serious issue: whether love was indeed present in an incident, as the law requires proof that harassment or retaliation was sexual in nature and not based on love or gender. While the EEOC previously had a 2025 session with no quorum, the lack of a quorum during this recent session means the jury may need to reconsider how they handle such sensitive situations during a national shutdown. These legal figures are actively seeking answers to determine if the jury's decision will change the way the EEOC investigates potential sexual harassment cases involving love, ensuring that the legal system remains focused on the core issues of discrimination rather than personal romantic connections.

Title

Labor & Employment Insights | Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Description

The Labor & Employment Insights Blog provides legal perspectives in labor and employment law affecting employers and business.

Keywords

harassment, february, discrimination, employee, rights, employment, claims, january, labor, more, employer, march, guidance, services, search, policies, employers

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A 172.67.209.238, A 104.21.85.201

Dates

Created 2026-03-07

Updated 2026-03-24

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