Prohibits the sale and display of symbols of hate by state funded entities or at state funded events
This bill prohibits any entity or event that receives state funds from selling or displaying "symbols of hate." It defines these symbols to include, but not be limited to, those associated with white supremacy, neo-Nazi ideology, or the Battle Flag of the Confederacy. An exception is made if the symbols are displayed for educational or historical purposes, such as in books, digital media, or museums. The bill directly affects organizations and events that receive state funding by restricting their ability to showcase or sell such imagery.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Apr 16, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
lower
Apr 16, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Chantel Jackson
DDemocratic
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