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 affiliations 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 either directly or indirectly based on these criteria. Additionally, the bill allows these institutions to offer products or services that include subjective standards, provided that such standards are fully disclosed to potential customers before any contractual agreement.

The bill also 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 undermine the foundations of a democratic state. Furthermore, it clarifies that the prohibition on discrimination does not prevent these entities from refusing business when necessary for the safety of their employees. Overall, the bill aims to protect individuals from discrimination based on non-traditional metrics while ensuring that businesses can still operate safely.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 6-194, 20-123, 44-1698.03
Senate Engrossed Version: 6-194, 20-123, 44-1698.03