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Introduced
02/16/2024
02/16/2024
In Committee
02/21/2024
02/21/2024
Crossed Over
02/27/2024
02/27/2024
Passed
Dead
03/05/2024
03/05/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Budget Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to the administration of government; prohibiting governmental entities from engaging in any diversity, equity or inclusion program, activity or policy; providing definitions; requiring rulemaking; providing applicability; and providing for effective dates.
AI Summary
This bill, titled "The Equality State Not Equity State Act," prohibits all governmental entities in Wyoming, including the state, its departments, the University of Wyoming, counties, cities, towns, school districts, community college districts, and other public corporations, from engaging in any diversity, equity, or inclusion (DEI) program, activity, or policy. The bill defines "diversity, equity, or inclusion" as any program, activity, or policy that promotes differential or preferential treatment of individuals or classifies them based on race, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The bill requires all governmental entities to take necessary actions, including promulgating rules, to implement the act by July 1, 2024, with the rest of the bill taking effect on that date.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Did not Consider for Introduction (on 03/05/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2024/SF0130 |
| BillText | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2024/Introduced/SF0130.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2024/Fiscal/SF0130.pdf |
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