Bill > HF1839

This bill proposes to repeal various diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) provisions in Minnesota's PreK-12 education system. The bill removes several existing statutes related to ethnic studies, Indigenous education, and efforts to address racial disparities in education. Key changes include eliminating requirements for embedding Indigenous education and ethnic studies in academic standards, removing provisions about closing educational opportunity gaps, and repealing sections related to increasing the percentage of teachers of color and American Indian teachers. The bill changes language about school district planning to remove references to antiracist, culturally sustaining, and diversity-focused approaches. Specific modifications include making Indigenous Peoples' Day observance optional, removing requirements for Indigenous education resources, and eliminating the mandate for schools to provide menstrual products to all students. Additionally, the bill prohibits the Department of Education from establishing an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Center and repeals several existing rules and statutes related to ethnic studies and racial equity in education. The changes are set to take effect primarily in the 2025-2026 school year, signaling a significant shift away from previous efforts to incorporate diverse perspectives and address systemic educational inequities.

Education

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1839&ssn=0&y=2025