Supports Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility initiatives in higher education and private businesses.
SCR 127 is a non-binding legislative resolution expressing the New Jersey Legislature's support for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) initiatives in the state's higher education institutions and private businesses. It encourages colleges to implement programs that improve student success - such as mentorship, culturally inclusive curricula, and support services - and urges businesses to prioritize DEIA in hiring, training, and workplace culture. The resolution highlights New Jersey's diverse population (over 45% people of color, large immigrant community) and cites evidence that DEIA efforts strengthen student outcomes and economic competitiveness. As a concurrent resolution, it does not create new laws or funding but formally endorses existing DEIA work as a priority for the state.
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Introduced Mar 3, 2025
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