This bill amends existing laws regarding the teaching of discrimination in public schools by allowing individuals who believe they have been harmed by intentional or knowing violations of these prohibitions to initiate civil actions against the offending school or district. Specifically, it repeals and reenacts RSA 193:40, II-V, clarifying that discussions of historical ideas and scientifically supported information regarding differences among various groups are permitted. The bill also specifies that prohibitions apply only to teaching that targets members of any racial group, including white individuals, black individuals, and Hispanic or Latino individuals.

Additionally, the bill establishes that an intentional or knowing violation of these provisions by an educator constitutes a breach of the educator code of conduct, which may lead to investigations and disciplinary actions by the state board of education. It also emphasizes that discrimination cannot be justified by special considerations for any racial group, aiming to protect all New Hampshire citizens equally from discrimination. The definition of "educator" is expanded to include all professional employees requiring state certification, such as administrators, specialists, and teachers.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 354-A:29