State agencies (existing): generally; certain demographic data of individuals; require state agencies and local units of government to collect. Creates new act.

This bill requires state agencies and local governments to collect more specific demographic information when asking individuals about their race. For those who identify as Black, African, or Caribbean, agencies must offer subcategories to indicate if they are a descendant of someone enslaved in the U.S., not a descendant, or if their status is unknown. This change will take effect for state agencies in April 2027 and for local governments in January 2027.

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