NC H443

Amends the state human resources act to add sexual orientation and gender identity or expression to the list of protected classifications in state equal employment opportunity law.

Extends nondiscrimination protections to State agencies, departments, institutions, and local political subdivisions in hiring, compensation, and employment terms and conditions.

Requires local boards of education to adopt personnel policies prohibiting discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or disability.

Defines "school personnel" to include full-time and part-time employees, independent contractors, substitute teachers, bus drivers, clerical staff, and custodians of local boards of education.

Clarifies that the law does not require preferential treatment, special rights, or affirmative action programs based on sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.