VEVRAA Hiring Benchmark

Effective July 30, 2025, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has updated the national hiring benchmark for protected veterans under the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) to 5.1%. This is a decrease from the previous benchmark of 5.2%.

Contractors required to maintain a written Affirmative Action Program under VEVRAA must annually either:

• Adopt the national benchmark provided by OFCCP, or
• Establish an individualized hiring benchmark using the five-factor method.

In either case, contractors must compare the percentage of protected veterans in their workforce to the applicable benchmark and use this information to evaluate the effectiveness of their outreach and recruitment efforts.

The updated VEVRAA Benchmark Database, including national and state-specific data, is available here:

VEVRAA Hiring Benchmark Information

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Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. Organizations should consult with legal counsel or a qualified compliance professional to address their specific circumstances and ensure adherence to applicable employment laws and regulations.

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