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Introduced
01/17/2024
01/17/2024
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/15/2024
06/15/2024
Introduced Session
Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
Bill Summary
An Act amending title 41, chapter 9, article 4, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 41-1469; amending title 41, chapter 9, article 8, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 41-1492.13; relating to discrimination.
AI Summary
This bill amends Arizona's laws to prohibit employment and educational discrimination based on an individual's protective hairstyles, such as braids, locks, and twists, as well as race or ethnicity, including traits historically associated with race like hair texture. The bill defines "protective hairstyles" and "race or ethnicity" to ensure these characteristics are protected from discrimination in the workplace and in educational settings.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Education
Sponsors (17)
Quantá Crews (D)*,
Cesar Aguilar (D),
Lorena Austin (D),
Patty Contreras (D),
Mitzi Epstein (D),
Nancy Gutierrez (D),
Melody Hernandez (D),
Jennifer Longdon (D),
Juan Mendez (D),
Analise Ortiz (D),
Jennifer Pawlik (D),
Judy Schwiebert (D),
Keith Seaman (D),
Priya Sundareshan (D),
Laura Terech (D),
Stacey Travers (D),
Betty Villegas (D),
Last Action
House read second time (on 01/22/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/80259 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/56leg/2r/bills/hb2396p.htm |
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