On January 22, 2026, the EEOC rescinded its 2024 harassment guidance—an update many employers and attorneys viewed as a long-overdue, practical resource. In this episode, Pam Howland and Jennifer Walrath break down what EEOC guidance is, what the 2024 harassment guidance covered (including technology and post-Bostock workplace issues), and why the EEOC’s decision to pull it matters. We also discuss what this could signal about changing enforcement priorities in 2026—and what employers should focus on regardless: consistency, documentation, and taking all complaints seriously.

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