Budget Amendment ID: FY2022-S3-149

OTH 149

Senate Internship Program

Mr. Collins, Ms. Chang-Diaz, Messrs. Eldridge and O'Connor moved that the proposed new text be amended in section 2E, in item 1595-0115, by adding to the end thereof the following:- "; provided further, that not less than $1,000,000 shall be expended to the Senate Office of Education and Civic Education for the purpose of a paid internship program to be coordinated in consultation with Senate Human Resources Director of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion that prioritizes equitable opportunities for underrepresented individuals and communities, including persons of color; provided that the Senate Human Resources Director of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion shall establish Senate-wide percentage goals for the hiring of individuals from such underrepresented individuals and communities, including communities of color, and shall inform each Senate office of these goals not later than August 1, 2021; provided further, that the Senate Office of Education and Civic Education and the Senate Office of Human Resources shall provide all Senate offices with guidance and support in meeting said goals and in providing a welcoming, supportive work environment for all interns", and by striking the figure "$1,500,000" and inserting in place thereof the following figure:- "$2,500,000"