Sen. Brian Lenney to Introduce Bill Banning Diversity Programs at Idaho’s Colleges and Universities

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December 21, 2023 From Idaho Statesman

It should come as no surprise that the far right’s crusade against diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI, has made its way to Idaho. This week, Idaho Sen. Brian Lenney, R- Nampa, announced that in the upcoming legislative session, he plans to introduce a bill that would ban the funding and creation of DEI offices, officers and employees at Idaho’s public higher education institutions. Read more.

What is DEI? Read here.

Key Provisions of the Bill:

From Brian Lenney Press Release, December 18, 2024

1. The bill bars the use of funds to support DEI offices, officers, and employees at Idaho’s public higher education institutions.
2. It eliminates the consideration of diversity statements in employment and college admissions processes.
3. The legislation also prohibits mandatory diversity training for students, faculty, and staff at these institutions. Read more.

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