Establishes Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in each State department or agency.
This bill establishes a dedicated Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within every New Jersey state department or agency. Each office will be led by a Chief DEI Officer appointed by the department head or Governor, responsible for centralizing DEI expertise, analyzing workplace data, developing tailored training, and advising on operational improvements to foster a more inclusive workplace. The offices must use data only to advance equity for New Jersey communities under state/federal law and explicitly prohibit sharing data for civil immigration enforcement. The bill applies directly to all state departments, agencies, and their employees.
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Introduced Mar 3, 2025
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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Angela McKnight
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