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This bill, the Diversity Act, aims to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the New Mexico state government. It creates the position of Chief Diversity Officer within the State Personnel Office to lead diversity initiatives, collaborate with state agencies, and ensure compliance with relevant laws and rules. The bill also requires each state agency to designate a Diversity and Inclusion Liaison to work with the Chief Diversity Officer and develop agency-specific diversity, equity, and inclusion strategic plans. Annually, state agencies must submit reports on their workforce demographics, anti-institutional racism policies, and efforts to advance diversity and inclusion. The bill also appropriates $250,000 to the State Personnel Office to implement the Diversity Act in fiscal year 2024.

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https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=226&year=23