North Carolina · 2025-2026 Session · Bill

HB 171: Equality in State Agencies/Prohibition on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

Passed both chambers Last action June 24, 2026: Veto Overridden

Plain-language summary

HB 171 is a bill introduced in the North Carolina House on February 21, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Equality in State Agencies/Prohibition on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Primary sponsor: Brenden Jones (Republican), Neal Jackson (Republican), John Lowery (Republican). It lists 45 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 24, 2026): Veto Overridden.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Brenden Jones (Republican); Neal Jackson (Republican); John Lowery (Republican). 45 co-sponsors.