SB1256
Prohibition of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs in State Employment
Date of Vote: April 16, 2025
Chamber of Origin: HouseSenate Bill 1256 amends the Arizona Revised Statutes to prevent state agencies from utilizing diversity, equity, and inclusion programs for hiring, training, or promotion purposes. It explicitly prohibits requiring employees to engage in such programs and mandates that participation in these programs cannot be a condition for contracts. The bill also establishes monitoring of hiring practices to ensure compliance with these prohibitions. The definition of a diversity, equity, and inclusion program is provided, focusing on activities that justify differential treatment based on various personal characteristics.1
Turning Point Action’s Position
Voted YEA
33VOTED NAY
25Voted yea
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