Equality in State Agencies/Prohibition on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

Summary

The bill bans North Carolina state agencies from promoting, funding, or requiring diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, including related hiring practices and training. It applies to most non‑exempt state employees, mandates compliance audits, and sets civil penalties up to $5,000 per violation while allowing employees to sue for harms. The measure seeks to enforce merit‑based employment and limit differential treatment based on protected characteristics.

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