AZ SB1445

Amends nine Arizona Revised Statutes sections to add "sex" as a protected characteristic alongside existing protections for race, religion, gender, ethnicity, and national origin in educational, employment, insurance, and social service contexts.

Modifies education statutes (sections 15-232, 15-1241, 15-1825) to include "sex" in non-discrimination provisions for adult education programs, academic contests, and financial assistance at universities and community colleges.

Updates criminal justice and law enforcement statutes (sections 41-1750, 41-1822) to include "sex" in hate crime reporting requirements and peace officer training on bias-motivated offenses.

Adds "sex" to non-discrimination language in insurance underwriting (section 20-2110), diabetes reporting (section 36-142), scrap metal dealer regulations (section 44-1642), and child care assistance programs (section 46-803).

Sections 15-232, 15-1825, and 46-803 require approval by at least three-fourths of both houses of the legislature to become effective, per Arizona Constitution requirements.