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Introduced
02/17/2020
02/17/2020
In Committee
05/12/2020
05/12/2020
Crossed Over
03/12/2020
03/12/2020
Passed
Dead
06/09/2020
06/09/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Establish The "forming Open And Robust University Minds (forum) Act," As It Relates To Freedom Of Speech On The Campuses Of State Institutions Of Higher Learning; To Prohibit A State Institution Of Higher Learning From Denying A Religious, Political Or Ideological Student Organization A Benefit Or Privilege Available To Another Student Organization, Or Otherwise Discriminate Against Such An Organization, Based On The Expression Of The Organization; To Require State Institutions Of Higher Learning To Develop And Make Available Materials Explaining The Policy For Campus Staff And Students; To Require State Institutions Of Higher Learning To Submit A Yearly Report Detailing The Course Of Action Implemented To Comply With The Policy; To Prescribe A One-year Statute Of Limitations For Actions Brought Under This Act; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Forming Open and Robust University Minds (FORUM) Act," aims to protect freedom of speech on the campuses of state institutions of higher learning in Mississippi. It prohibits these institutions from denying benefits or discriminating against student organizations based on their religious, political, or ideological expression. The bill requires institutions to develop and make available materials explaining their campus free speech policies, and to submit annual reports detailing any barriers or incidents of disruption to free expression. The bill also provides a one-year statute of limitations for individuals or student organizations to bring lawsuits for violations, and allows for monetary damages and attorney's fees if a violation is found.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (6)
William Andrews (R)*,
Randy Boyd (R)*,
Chris Brown (R)*,
Dan Eubanks (R)*,
Stacey Hobgood-Wilkes (R)*,
Brady Williamson (R)*,
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 06/09/2020)
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