Kentucky Senate Passes Bill Limiting DEI Initiatives at Public Universities
The bill, aimed at curbing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, now moves to the House amid debates on its impact on campus diversity and free speech.
- The Kentucky Senate approved a bill to limit diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices at public universities, with a 26-7 vote favoring the legislation.
- The bill prohibits public universities from requiring individuals to endorse specific ideologies for admission, employment, or promotions, and bars preferential treatment based on political ideology.
- Opponents argue the bill could roll back progress in minority enrollments and stifle discussions on past discrimination, while supporters claim it protects diversity of thought and counters 'liberal ideologies.'
- The legislation allows the state attorney general to take legal action against universities that do not comply, and requires public disclosure of course materials.
- Across the country, GOP lawmakers have proposed similar bills in 20 states, while Democrats have filed bills in 11 states to require or promote DEI initiatives.
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