SB2525

DEI statements and policies; clarify that student activity fees paid by students are not state funds.

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Mississippi SB2525 clarifies that student activity fees are not state funds and prohibits certain DEI activities in public schools and colleges.

Mississippi SB2525 amends the state code to clarify that student activity fees are not considered state funds. The bill also prohibits public schools and colleges from engaging in certain diversity, equity, and inclusion activities, including establishing DEI offices, hiring based on DEI concepts, and requiring diversity statements. It allows for the withholding of state funds for violations and outlines procedures for investigating and addressing complaints.

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History

Feb 3

Senate

Died In Committee

Jan 19

Senate

Referred To Universities and Colleges