AZ SB1016

Requires Arizona employers to provide reasonable accommodations for employees whose sincerely held religious beliefs prevent them from taking any medical product, unless the accommodation would pose an undue hardship on the employer.

Prohibits employers from inquiring into the veracity of an employee's religious beliefs beyond what federal law allows and bars discrimination in employment, wages, or benefits based on refusal to take a medical product.

Establishes a mandatory religious exemption request form that employers must make available, including fields for the employee's statement of beliefs, explanation of conflict with the medical product, and requested accommodations.

Allows employees to file complaints with the Arizona Attorney General if an employer fails to offer the required exemption form, improperly denies a religious exemption, or terminates employment as a result.

Authorizes a $5,000 civil penalty against employers who fail to correct noncompliance within 10 days after notification by the Attorney General following an investigation.