California School District Fined $1.5 Million For Refusing To Adopt Curriculum Featuring LGBTQ Leader Harvey Milk
- Temecula school board rejected state-approved curriculum that included biography of Harvey Milk, sparking backlash.
- Gov. Newsom announced $1.5 million fine against district for noncompliance with state law requiring inclusion of LGBTQ figures.
- Newsom will purchase approved textbooks for district after continued resistance from conservative board members.
- Supporters argue Milk's contributions should be taught while critics believe curriculum inappropriate for young students.
- District was warned about consequences for failing to provide required educational materials before new school year.