US civil rights agency moves to end demographic data collection after 60 years

Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Alexandra Olson And Claire Savage, Associated Press, KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · July 21, 2026 · 9 min read

How many women hold executive-level positions at top U.S. companies? What is the racial and ethnic breakdown of those roles? What is the gender and racial breakdown of the lowest-paid roles at those companies? The Trump administration is making it harder for the public to know, moving to toss asi...

Why this matters in The San Antonio

The decision to end demographic data collection by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission will have significant implications for San Antonio's diverse workforce. With a large Hispanic population and a growing number of women in the workforce, the city's employers will no longer be required to submit annual reports on the racial and ethnic breakdown of their employees. This change may make it more difficult for the EEOC to identify and address discrimination patterns in San Antonio's workplaces, potentially affecting the city's efforts to promote diversity and inclusion. The loss of this data will also make it harder for local organizations and community groups to track progress and advocate for equal employment opportunities. As the proposal moves forward, San Antonio residents and business leaders should pay close attention to the potential impact on the city's workforce and economy.

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Category: local · Published: July 21, 2026 · Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · Reading time: 9 min

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US civil rights agency moves to end demographic data collection after 60 years

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