Bill > AB972

This bill amends Section 66270 of the California Education Code to expressly include "sex" in the list of characteristics protected from discrimination in postsecondary educational institutions. Currently, existing law prohibits discrimination based on characteristics such as disability, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, nationality, race, ethnicity, and religion. The bill makes several technical changes to the language, including removing references to "gender, gender identity, gender expression" and adding a cross-reference to specific sections of the Government Code. The key purpose is to clarify and strengthen protections against discrimination in educational programs and activities that receive state financial assistance or enroll students who receive state financial aid. By explicitly listing "sex" as a protected characteristic, the bill aims to provide clear legal protection against sex-based discrimination in postsecondary educational settings, ensuring that no person is treated unfairly or denied opportunities based on their sex.

Education, Justice

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