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WY SF0130

WY SF0130
Educational Freedom Act.


summary

Introduced
01/20/2023
In Committee
02/14/2023
Crossed Over
01/30/2023
Passed
Dead
02/24/2023

Introduced Session

2023 General Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to education; requiring instruction in public K-12 schools to be consistent with the principles of individual freedom as specified; providing definitions; and providing for an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill, the Educational Freedom Act, amends Wyoming state law to require public K-12 schools to ensure that instruction and supporting materials are consistent with principles of individual freedom, such as equality under the law, prohibitions on discrimination, and the concept of meritocracy. The bill defines key terms like "instructional personnel" and "administrative personnel," and sets guidelines for how schools must address topics related to sexism, slavery, racial oppression, and racial discrimination. The bill also prohibits schools from implementing programs or policies that adversely reflect upon individuals based on protected characteristics. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2023.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

H:Died in Committee Returned Bill Pursuant to HR 5-4 (on 02/24/2023)

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