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NJ SCR127
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/3/2025
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Zwicker
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AI Summary
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Expresses the Legislature's strong support for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) initiatives in New Jersey's higher education institutions and private businesses as essential for economic resilience and social progress
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Encourages higher education institutions to implement policies promoting equitable access, diverse faculty and staff hiring, and inclusive curricula reflecting all communities' experiences
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Urges colleges and universities to expand programs that improve student retention, graduation, and completion rates through inclusive campus environments and tailored support services
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Calls on private businesses in New Jersey to prioritize DEIA efforts in hiring, training, leadership development, and workplace culture to enhance innovation and competitiveness
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Requires copies of the resolution be transmitted to the Secretary of Higher Education, governing boards of all state higher education institutions, and the New Jersey Business and Industry Association
Legislative Description
Supports Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility initiatives in higher education and private businesses.
Higher Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee
3/3/2025