This bill aims to establish new regulations within the North Dakota Century Code to address and prohibit discriminatory practices in both higher education and K-12 education. It introduces definitions for key terms such as "personal identity characteristic," "prohibited discriminatory practice," and "prohibited training," and outlines specific actions that would be considered discriminatory. Institutions are prohibited from requiring or soliciting submissions that promote differential treatment based on personal identity characteristics, and they must ensure compliance with these regulations, reporting their findings to legislative management. The bill emphasizes the importance of academic freedom while mandating access to programs that support student success without discrimination.

Additionally, the bill sets up a framework for accountability, requiring biennial reviews by the state board of higher education and the board of school districts to assess compliance. It prohibits government employers and school districts from requiring prohibited submissions as a condition for employment or participation in programs, while allowing exceptions only where federal law necessitates such submissions. The legislation also restricts government employers from granting preferential treatment based on these submissions and prohibits discriminatory practices, including the establishment of offices dedicated to promoting personal identity characteristics. Starting July 1, 2025, executive agency directors will be required to review their programs for compliance and report their findings to the governor and legislative management.