Prohibits public institutions of higher learning from discriminating against religious, political, or ideological associations
HB 875 prohibits public colleges and universities from denying student groups equal access to benefits like registration, meeting space, or communication channels based on their religious, political, or ideological nature. It directly affects student associations (including religious, political, or ideological groups) and public institutions of higher learning governed by state boards. The bill defines "adverse action" as denying such benefits due to a group's viewpoint, mission, or leadership requirements tied to sincerely held beliefs. Groups harmed by such discrimination can seek legal relief through courts or administrative proceedings. This policy change ensures public institutions treat all student associations equally regardless of their core beliefs or expression.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Apr 2025
House Passage
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 14, 2025
Last action Apr 23, 2025
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The bill underwent technical and formatting changes during its legislative journey from introduction to perfection. The most significant change is the revision of the bill number from 2143H.01I to 2143H.01P, which is a standard administrative update. Additionally, the explanatory note regarding bold-faced brackets was removed, likely because the bill text was finalized without those specific markup conventions.
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The bill number was updated from 2143H.01I to 2143H.01P, reflecting a standard administrative renumbering as the bill progressed through the legislative process.
The explanatory note about bold-faced brackets and proposed language was removed, indicating the bill text was finalized without those specific markup indicators.
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
24
Key actions
8
Committee
11
Apr 17, 2025
Upper · Passed
Public Hearing Scheduled (S) - Wedneday, April 23, 2025, 10:00 a.m., Senate Committee Room - 1st Floor
upper
Mar 13, 2025
Committee
Second read and referred: Education(S)
upper
Feb 27, 2025
Lower · Passed
Third Read and Passed (H) - AYES: 108 NOES: 47 PRESENT: 0
lower
Feb 27, 2025
Lower · Passed
Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 5 NOES: 2 PRESENT: 0
lower
Feb 27, 2025
Lower · Passed
Voted Do Pass (H)
lower
Feb 25, 2025
Committee
Referred: Fiscal Review(H)
lower
Feb 18, 2025
Lower · Passed
Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 7 NOES: 3 PRESENT: 0
lower
Feb 17, 2025
Lower · Passed
Voted Do Pass (H)
lower
Feb 6, 2025
Committee
Referred: Rules - Legislative(H)
lower
Feb 5, 2025
Lower · Passed
Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 10 NOES: 3 PRESENT: 0
lower
Feb 3, 2025
Lower · Passed
Voted Do Pass (H)
lower
Jan 22, 2025
Committee
Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
lower
Jan 14, 2025
Introduced
Introduced and Read First Time (H)
lower
1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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