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TN HB0571
TN HB0571AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 9; Title 12; Title 49 and Title 63, relative to limiting the application of DEI training.
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Introduced
01/25/2023
01/25/2023
In Committee
02/01/2023
02/01/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/25/2024
04/25/2024
Introduced Session
113th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, prohibits public institutions of higher education offering certain medical and health-related degree or certificate programs, and state contractors, from requiring diversity, equity, and inclusion training and education for purposes of the issuance of a degree, or the approval of a state contract or grant, as applicable. - Amends TCA Title 9; Title 12; Title 49 and Title 63.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits public institutions of higher education offering certain medical and health-related degree or certificate programs, as well as state contractors, from requiring diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) training and education for the issuance of a degree or the approval of a state contract or grant. It also establishes requirements for medical institutions of higher education, healthcare-related professional licensing boards, and healthcare providers regarding DEI policies and practices. The bill provides for civil penalties and a private right of action for violations, and requires annual certifications of compliance.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (15)
Michele Carringer (R)*,
Jody Barrett (R),
Clark Boyd (R),
Ed Butler (R),
Kip Capley (R),
Elaine Davis (R),
Rick Eldridge (R),
Rusty Grills (R),
Chris Hurt (R),
Justin Lafferty (R),
Jay Reedy (R),
Tim Rudd (R),
Lowell Russell (R),
Mike Sparks (R),
Mark White (R),
Last Action
Taken off notice for cal in s/c Higher Education Subcommittee of Education Administration (on 03/13/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0571&ga=113 |
| Fiscal Note - HB0571 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/113/Fiscal/HB0571.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/113/Bill/HB0571.pdf |
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