The bill amends various sections of the Iowa Code to eliminate affirmative action requirements for state and educational entities, focusing instead on equal opportunity in employment. Key provisions that are struck include the state policy to apply affirmative action measures to correct deficiencies in the employment system, the requirement for the Department of Administrative Services (DAS) and the state board of regents to conduct studies on employment practices related to affirmative action, and the obligation for state agencies to prepare affirmative action plans and submit annual reports detailing their efforts.

Additionally, the bill repeals sections that mandated compliance with affirmative action goals and the utilization of minority, women, and disadvantaged business enterprises in state contracts. It also removes the requirement for school districts, area education agencies, and community colleges to report on their accomplishments related to equal opportunity and affirmative action. Overall, the bill significantly reduces the emphasis on affirmative action in favor of a more generalized commitment to equal opportunity in employment across state and educational institutions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 8A.111, 8A.402, 19B.1, 19B.2, 19B.3, 19B.4, 19B.6, 19B.7, 15.108, 256.183, 602.1204