All contractors, no matter what market they serve, face a myriad of employment laws and regulations. For those contractors and subcontractors working on federal or federally funded projects, however, there are additional laws and regulations designed to promote government policies. The laws and regulations apply to every aspect of the employment process, including hiring, firing and everything in between. These laws also usually apply to subcontractors that furnish supplies or services necessary to perform a federal contract. Failure to comply with these laws can lead to a variety of consequences, including lawsuits, criminal penalties, fines and debarment and/or cancellation of