Bill > SB00504

This bill seeks to amend Title 10 of Connecticut's general statutes by prohibiting local and regional school boards from compelling speech among students and educators in public schools. Specifically, the legislation would prevent educational institutions from requiring individuals to use specific pronouns or engage in forms of speech that they might find objectionable or uncomfortable. The bill appears to be aimed at protecting individual freedom of expression within school settings, ensuring that students and educators cannot be mandated to use language or make statements that go against their personal beliefs or preferences. By focusing on preventing "compelled speech," the bill addresses concerns about potential requirements related to gender identity, preferred pronouns, or other potentially controversial communication practices in public school environments. The proposed legislation would apply statewide, giving local school districts clear guidance about limitations on speech mandates.

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