Prohibits diversity-equity-inclusion requirements in school districts and charter schools
SB 56 prohibits public school districts and charter schools from requiring diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, policies, or activities. The bill directly affects school administrators, staff, and curriculum developers who currently implement or design such initiatives. It bans mandatory DEI training, curriculum changes, or student group requirements tied to these concepts. This is a substantive policy change that would alter how schools structure educational programs, not a procedural or commemorative measure.
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Introduction
Dec 2024
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Introduced Dec 1, 2024
Last action Feb 11, 2025
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Feb 11, 2025
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Dec 1, 2024
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