Utah Governor Signs Bill Banning DEI Programs in Education and Government

The new law prohibits diversity training and hiring programs, and joins a growing trend of similar legislation in other states.

Utah Governor Spencer Cox has signed a bill banning diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs at public universities and government-funded employers in the state.
The new law prohibits diversity training, hiring, and inclusion programs, and bans preferential treatment based on a person’s race or other characteristics within Utah government and educational institutions.
Offices dedicated to promoting diversity will not be allowed under the Utah bill, and employees cannot be required to submit diversity commitment statements.
The law also appropriates funds for 'student success and support' programs, which Cox said would 'help all Utah students succeed regardless of their background.'
Utah joins a growing list of states, including Florida and Texas, that have enacted laws restricting DEI initiatives in higher education.