HB2940: Establishing the Anti-Stereotyping Act

Legislative Summary

The purpose of this bill is to create the Anti-Stereotyping Act. The bill addresses anti-stereotyping in state public schools and public charter schools. The bill provides that county boards, public schools, public charter schools, and employees thereof, shall not, in the course or scope of employment, promote, embrace, or endorse stereotypes. The bill ensures that the county board, public school or charter school does not require or compel a student, teacher, administrator, or other employee to affirm, adopt, or adhere to any certain beliefs or concepts. Finally, the bill preserves free speech protections.