Bill > H740

This bill introduces a new requirement for school districts regarding changes to school branding, which is defined as any name, symbol, or image used by a school as a mascot, nickname, logo, letterhead, team name, slogan, motto, or other identifier. If a school seeks to change its branding that currently references a person, group, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity, the local school committee must hold a public hearing. During this hearing, at least one representative from the group or identity referenced in the current branding must be present and given an opportunity to speak about the proposed change. The state commissioner of education is tasked with developing specific rules and regulations to implement this new process. The bill aims to ensure that potential school branding changes involving references to specific groups or identities are done with meaningful input and consideration from those directly affected by the proposed modifications.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H740