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After much debate, bill to prohibit DEI policies at Idaho colleges moves forward

Washington State's Attorney General Nick Brown defends Costco against pressure from 19 Republican Attorneys General to end its diversity, equity, and inclusion practices, stating that such values are crucial for business success.
Costco shareholders rejected an anti-DEI proposal at a recent meeting, with Board Chair Hamilton E. James affirming that their commitment to inclusion does not compromise merit.
Iowa lawmakers decided not to advance a proposal to ban DEI offices in community colleges, as none currently exist in the state, according to Community Colleges for Iowa representative Jeff Smith.
Des Moines Area Community College paused its DEI initiatives due to potential state and federal changes, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding DEI efforts.

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Anti-DEI in higher education bill introduced in Senate

A bill with widespread bans on diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI, in public higher education was officially introduced Friday morning.

23 days ago·Boise, United States

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Mississippi Today

Anti-DEI bill would create taskforce to study 'efficiency' in university system

The bill's sponsor, Sen. Nicole Boyd, R-Oxford, said the goal of the taskforce is not to close universities.

24 days ago

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Idaho legislators accuse Boise State of flouting DEI ban

Lawmakers in Idaho accused Boise State University officials of skirting a statewide ban on diversity, equity and inclusion during a House education committee meeting Tuesday, according to reporting from Idaho Education News.

24 days ago

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Krem2 News

After much debate, bill to prohibit DEI policies at Idaho colleges moves forward

A legislative group voted to recommend a bill prohibiting DEI in higher education activities, services, offices, faculty positions, training and required courses.

25 days ago·Spokane, United States

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State lawmakers table bill to ban DEI at Iowa community colleges

The lawmaker who introduced a bill to ban diversity, equity, and inclusion offices at Iowa's community colleges pulled the plug on the proposal Wednesday. During the bill's subcommittee hearing, Rep. Taylor Collins, R-Mediapolis, said community colleges have already taken steps to remove DEI programs.

25 days ago·Des Moines, United States

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Washington AG stands by Costco, blasts Republican attorneys general threatening DEI crackdown

close Video Iowa AG vowing to ‘look at all options’ if Costco refuses to abandon DEI policies Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird on Costco doubling down on DEI practices despite pressure from 19 state attorneys general to abandon the scrutinized practices. Washington state’s attorney general is standing by Costco as the retail giant resists conservative pressure to ditch its diversity, equity and inclusion practices. This week, 19 Republican a…

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