Attorney General James Uthmeier Announces Resolution of Starbucks Lawsuit

View PDF Release Date Sep 17, 2026 Contact Communications Phone (850) 245-0150 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. —Attorney General James Uthmeier announced a negotiated resolution of the lawsuit against Starbucks Corporation under the Florida Civil Rights Act of 1992. The lawsuit, filed in December 2025, alleged that Starbucks engaged in employment practices that violated the Act through race- and sex-based goals, quotas, and preferences. “Every Floridian deserves to be hired, promoted, and compensated based on merit, qualifications, and character—not race or sex,” said Attorney General James Uthmeier . “This resolution ensures that Starbucks’ policies and practices fully comply with Florida’s civil rights laws. DEI can never be an excuse to violate civil rights. We appreciate Starbucks’ cooperation in reaching this settlement.” Under the agreement, Starbucks has committed that it will comply with the Florida Civil Rights Act. The Act prohibits race- and sex-based goals, quotas, and preferences in hiring, promotion, pay, executive compensation, mentorship programs, supplier selection, and board composition. In addition, the company will not participate in any organizations that require increasing

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