The new policy requires an “ability to speak and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, beneficiaries, and customers, based on the assumption that such individuals can only speak and understand English.” The consent decree doesn’t provide relief for the two fired employees. Previously, workers were required to be fluent in written and spoken English. In the consent decree, the Salvation Army agreed to change its job description for sales and production associates, the position held by the two fired workers. In its original complaint, the EEOC asked the court to order the Salvation Army to institute policies that would provide equal opportunities for Hispanic employees and would “eradicate the effects of its unlawful employment practices.” In addition, the agency sought back pay and reinstatement of the workers.
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