Each year, covered federal contractors and subcontractors must submit the VETS-4212 report to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS). The filing window runs from August 1st, 2025, through September 30th, 2025, meaning the deadline is quickly approaching.
     
    What is the VETS-4212 Report?
    The VETS-4212 is an annual report required under the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). It provides the Department of Labor with data on the number of protected veterans employed and hired by federal contractors and subcontractors. The report is intended to help track and promote the employment of veterans in the civilian workforce.
     
    Who Must File?
    Federal contractors and subcontractors with:
    A contract or subcontract of $150,000 or more with the federal government, and
    At least one employee.
    Covered contractors are required to submit the report each year for the preceding 12-month period.
     
    Key Information Reported
    The VETS-4212 captures workforce data, including:
    Number of employees in the workforce who are protected veterans
    New hires during the reporting period who are protected veterans
    Employment categories across the organization
    Why Compliance Matters?
    Failing to submit the VETS-4212 report on time may result in compliance issues and potential penalties. Federal contractors and subcontractors are also required to keep these reports on file for three years, as they may be reviewed during audits or compliance evaluations.
     
    How to File
    Reports can be submitted electronically through the VETS-4212 Reporting Application. The Department of Labor also provides resources, FAQs, and a help desk for questions during the filing period.
     
    Action Steps for Employers
    Verify whether your organization meets the filing threshold.
    Collect and review your workforce and hiring data.
    Submit the VETS-4212 before the September 30th deadline.
    More information can be found here: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/vets/programs/vets4212.

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