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Introduced
01/20/2023
01/20/2023
In Committee
02/14/2023
02/14/2023
Crossed Over
01/30/2023
01/30/2023
Passed
Dead
02/24/2023
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)
John Bear (R)*,
Scott Heiner (R)*,
Lynn Hutchings (R)*,
Bob Ide (R)*,
Troy McKeown (R)*,
Pepper Ottman (R)*,
Cheri Steinmetz (R)*,
Tamara Trujillo (R)*,
Jeanette Ward (R)*,
Last Action
H:Died in Committee Returned Bill Pursuant to HR 5-4 (on 02/24/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2023/SF0130 |
| BillText | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2023/Engross/SF0130.pdf |
| Senator Hutchings | https://wyoleg.gov/2023/Amends/SF0130S2001.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2023/Introduced/SF0130.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2023/Fiscal/SF0130.pdf |
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