Bill > AB766

This bill amends existing California state law to require state agencies, departments, offices, and commissions under the Governor's authority to develop and report on strategic plans with an enhanced focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Specifically, agencies must submit a report to the Governor and Joint Legislative Budget Committee by April 1, 2026, and annually thereafter, detailing their strategic planning process. The bill introduces a new requirement that these strategic plans, when feasible, should utilize data analysis and inclusive practices to advance racial equity. This means agencies must examine their current operations and identify ways to address disparities through changes in their mission, vision, goals, policies, programs, community engagement, and tribal consultation practices. The goal is to ensure that state agencies are proactively working to serve all Californians more equitably by systematically analyzing and addressing potential inequities in their organizational structures and approaches. The bill builds upon existing strategic planning requirements by adding a specific lens of racial equity and inclusive practices to the planning process.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

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