Tennessee HB1476 mandates public institutions of higher education adopt specific freedom of expression and academic freedom policies.
Tennessee HB1476 requires public institutions of higher education to adopt a statement on freedom of expression similar to the University of Chicago's policy, emphasizing the importance of open debate and protecting individuals' rights to express their views. The bill mandates these institutions to incorporate the statement into their bylaws and post it on their websites. It also prohibits institutions from discriminating or retaliating against individuals based on their religious beliefs or opposition to certain issues.
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