Which federal agency is primarily responsible for enforcing employment discrimination claims under the ADA?

• A. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
• B. National Labor Relations Board
• C. Department of Justice
• D. Federal Transit Administration

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is recognizing which federal agency handles employment discrimination claims under the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is the primary enforcer of these claims. When someone believes they were discriminated against at work because of a disability, they usually file a charge with the EEOC. The EEOC investigates, tries to settle the dispute, and can bring a lawsuit or issue a right-to-sue letter that allows the individual to pursue their case in court. This makes the EEOC the central body for enforcing ADA employment protections.

The National Labor Relations Board deals with union-related rights and unfair labor practices connected to collective bargaining, not disability-based employment discrimination under the ADA. The Department of Justice has broader civil rights responsibilities and can handle ADA matters in certain contexts, especially involving public entities or accessibility, but it is not the primary agency for enforcing employment discrimination claims. The Federal Transit Administration focuses on transportation programs and safety, not the enforcement of discrimination in employment.