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SCR 89

Relative to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dawn Addis and 59 co-sponsors

California resolution addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion policies moved to inactive file after committee approval, leaving its specific mandates and impact unclear.

From committee: Be adopted. Ordered to third reading. (Ayes 9. Noes 3.) (April 28).
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Bill Summary · SCR 89

Legislative bill overview

SCR 89 is a California Senate Concurrent Resolution addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies and practices. The bill was introduced by Senators Lola Smallwood-Cuevas and Mia Bonta but was moved to inactive file in September 2025, effectively halting its progress.

Why is this important

Concurrent resolutions express the Legislature's position on policy matters and can influence state agency practices, funding priorities, and legislative direction. DEI initiatives affect hiring, contracting, education, and resource allocation across California's government and institutions, making this resolution relevant to how public resources and opportunities are distributed.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition and scope: The bill's specific DEI provisions are unclear from available records, making it difficult to assess whether it mandates specific programs, recommends approaches, or addresses particular sectors
  • Ideological divide: DEI policies have become increasingly polarized, with supporters viewing them as necessary equity measures and opponents characterizing them as discriminatory or ineffective
  • Implementation concerns: Questions about how DEI initiatives would be measured, funded, enforced, and whether they would create new bureaucratic requirements or reporting burdens

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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