TX Gov Signs Ban On Diversity Efforts At State Colleges

June 18, 2023 Racism, Republicans

USA Today reports:

Gov. Greg Abbott has signed a bill that would prohibit diversity, equity and inclusion offices in Texas public colleges and universities starting in 2024.

Both chambers of the Texas Legislature approved the final version in May of Senate Bill 17, which would ban public higher education institutions from maintaining or establishing DEI offices. It also prohibits higher education institutions from requiring anyone to provide DEI statements or participate in DEI training.

The legislation defines a DEI office as one that provides different treatment to people based on race, sex, color, or ethnicity through any policies, procedures, training, programs or activities. Under the law, students or employees could sue universities for “injunctive or declaratory relief” if they are required to participate in any DEI training.

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