Removes exclusion of affectional or sexual orientation and gender identity or expression from affirmative action programs under public works contracts.

This bill removes an exception that previously excluded sexual orientation and gender identity from affirmative action requirements for contractors working on New Jersey public works projects. It requires contractors to include these categories in their equal opportunity programs, ensuring efforts to promote fair hiring and workplace treatment cover these groups. The change applies to all state, county, municipal, and agency-funded construction and public works contracts. Contractors must now actively recruit, hire, and provide equal opportunities without discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity, aligning these protections with existing anti-discrimination rules.