What federal agency was created to enforce the provisions of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and administer various anti-discrimination laws?

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) was established to enforce the provisions of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, specifically Title VII, which prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. The EEOC is responsible for investigating discrimination complaints, mediating disputes, and issuing regulations concerning employment discrimination. By having a dedicated agency, the federal government can ensure that the laws against workplace discrimination are upheld and that individuals have a resource to turn to when they believe their rights have been violated. This role is fundamental in promoting equal opportunity in the workplace and addressing grievances related to discriminatory practices effectively.

Other agencies and departments, such as the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, Department of Labor, and Civil Rights Division, have important functions in labor and civil rights matters but do not specifically focus on the enforcement of the anti-discrimination laws established by the Civil Rights Act of 1964 in the same direct manner as the EEOC.