Overview

• Utah Legislature passes a bill banning diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in schools and government institutions.
• The bill prohibits institutions from requiring individuals to attend certain training that promotes differential treatment.
• Republican Governor Spencer Cox is expected to sign the bill into law, stating that diversity statements required for hiring are 'bordering on evil'.
• The bill follows a trend of similar legislation across the U.S., with Florida, Texas, and Oklahoma among the states that have enacted laws restricting DEI efforts.
• Proponents of DEI programs argue they combat inequality by encouraging multiculturalism and providing resources for people of different backgrounds, while critics claim they are a form of indoctrination.