Pennsylvania HB1987 prohibits school mascots depicting Native American tribes unless certain conditions are met.

Pennsylvania HB1987 amends the Public School Code of 1949 to prohibit school entities from using Native American depictions in mascots, nicknames, logos, or letterheads. Exceptions apply if the school has received written consent from a specific Native American rights organization, conducts Native American cultural programs twice a year, offers a course on Native American contributions, and files an annual report with the State Board of Education. Non-compliant schools face ineligibility for Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association membership and participation in its events.

Pennsylvania HB1987 prohibits school mascots depicting Native American tribes unless certain conditions are met.

Pennsylvania HB1987 amends the Public School Code of 1949 to prohibit school entities from using Native American depictions in mascots, nicknames, logos, or letterheads. Exceptions apply if the school has received written consent from a specific Native American rights organization, conducts Native American cultural programs twice a year, offers a course on Native American contributions, and files an annual report with the State Board of Education. Non-compliant schools face ineligibility for Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association membership and participation in its events.