House: Return motion — PASSED; Motion by Representative Livingston that the House request the Senate to return SB1016 for the purpose of reconsideration. Motion Passed by vv.; Senate: Miscellaneous motion — PASSED; Without objection, at the request of the House of Representatives, Senate Bill 1016 be returned to the House of Representatives for the purpose of reconsideration. Hearing no objection, so ordered.; Transmitted to House
Summary
The bill adds a new statute that obligates Arizona employers to offer a reasonable accommodation when an employee cites sincere religious, moral, or ethical beliefs against a medical product such as a COVID‑19 vaccine, unless it creates an undue hardship. Employers must use a standardized exemption form, keep requests confidential, and may not discriminate or probe the employee’s beliefs beyond federal limits. Violations can trigger complaints to the attorney general and a $5,000 civil penalty.
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