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There is no one federal law that specifically addresses employment applications, although there are record retention guidelines under a variety of federal laws (see the Recordkeeping topic) and non-discrimination provisions for hiring in general (see the Discrimination topic).
The Washington, DC Code provides that it is unlawful for an employer to print or publish any notice relating to employment that indicates a preference in regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, disability, or political affiliation.
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District of Columbia Department of Employment Services
Regulations
DC Code Division I, Title 2, Chapter 14, §2-1402.11(B)
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