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EEOC Wellness Final Rule

Meaning

The EEOC Wellness Final Rule refers to the specific regulatory guidance issued by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) regarding the permissible scope and incentives for employer-sponsored wellness programs, especially those that incorporate medical inquiries or examinations like biometric screenings. This rule mandates that participation in such programs must be genuinely voluntary and that any incentives offered must be minimal to avoid rendering the program coercive. The guidance is crucial for interpreting how anti-discrimination laws apply to the collection of employee health data, including metabolic and endocrine markers.