Requires members, officers, and employees of Legislature to undergo implicit bias and cultural competency training.
S 2194 requires all New Jersey Legislature members, officers, and employees to complete annual implicit bias and cultural competency training. Specifically, they must finish an online tutorial by April 1 of every even-numbered year and attend additional annual training directed by legislative leaders. Completion certifications must be submitted to the Legislative Counsel and become public record. The bill aims to help legislators and staff recognize unconscious biases and improve interactions across diverse communities while crafting laws.
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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