Arizona voters to consider ban on DEI for training, hiring

Arizonans will vote on a constitutional amendment that restricts state institutions from using diversity, equity and inclusion for hiring practices and training programs.

In June, the Arizona Legislature passed House Concurrent Resolution 2044, a proposed constitutional amendment that prohibits public institutions from requiring employees, students or contractors to support or participate in DEI-related initiatives as a condition for admission, employment or certification.

House Speaker Steve Montenegro, R-Surprise, sponsored HCR 2044.

Matt Beienburg, director of education policy at the Goldwater Institute, told The Center Square this week that HCR 2044 presents a “groundbreaking opportunity” for Arizonans to “enshrine permanent protection against race-based discrimination” in the state Constitution.

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