If enacted, this bill would amend existing Arizona statutes by adding provisions that prohibit financial institutions, insurers, and credit reporting agencies from discriminating against individuals based on political affiliation or various social credit scores. Specifically, it would insert new sections into Title 6, Title 20, and Title 44 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, establishing that these entities cannot discriminate based on these criteria, while also allowing them to offer subjective investments or services as long as the criteria are disclosed.
Additionally, the bill emphasizes that discrimination based on social credit scores is a matter of statewide concern, asserting that such practices threaten the rights of Arizona's inhabitants and the foundations of a democratic state. It also clarifies that these prohibitions do not prevent these entities from refusing business when necessary for employee safety. Overall, the bill aims to enhance protections against discrimination in business practices related to social and political factors.
Statutes affected: Introduced Version: 6-194, 20-123, 44-1698.03