Prohibits accrediting agencies from considering DEI practices in accreditation decisions.
The Keep Accreditation About Academics Act prohibits accrediting agencies from considering diversity, equity, and inclusion practices when accrediting or renewing the accreditation of institutions of higher education. It defines "diversity, equity, and inclusion practice or procedure" broadly. The act allows students or employees of affected institutions, or the attorney general, to sue for violations, with potential penalties including civil penalties, attorneys' fees, and triple damages.
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