This bill modifies existing provisions related to state entities, specifically addressing prohibited diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) offices and officers, as well as training and curricula in school districts regarding defined concepts. It introduces new legal language that mandates the termination of employment for individuals who violate these provisions, as well as their supervisors if they were aware of the violations and failed to act. Additionally, the bill stipulates that any licenses or certifications held by the terminated individuals will be revoked. Civil penalties are also established based on the budget size of the state entity or school district involved, with penalties of $50,000 for smaller entities and $100,000 for larger ones.

Furthermore, the bill empowers the attorney general to take legal action against state entities and school districts for non-compliance with these provisions, allowing for civil actions to be brought by students, alumni, or employees. It specifies the venues for such actions and reinforces the requirement for termination of employment and revocation of licenses for those found in violation. The bill also makes conforming changes to existing laws to ensure consistency with these new provisions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 19.3, 256.146