HB 1189: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Affirmative Action

Summary

Removes requirement that Governor consider certain appointees; removes provisions relating to minority participation for lottery retailers; provides for equal employment opportunity; prohibits hiring manager from engaging in certain employment practices; authorizes certain persons to file complaints with Attorney General; revises personnel rules of DMS.

Bill details

Sponsor

Howard Lee Sapp

Current status

In Committee

Introduced

January 8, 2026

Related bills

• SB 1662: Prohibited Preferences

Status history

1. In Committee — January 8, 2026
   House Government Operations Subcommittee
   Migrated from existing bill record
   Source