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Guiding Principles
Policy: 1.14 Senate Bill 17 Relating to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Adoption Date: April 29, 2024
Effective January 1, 2024, Senate Bill 17 (SB 17) prohibits community colleges from engaging in certain diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, with limited exceptions.
Following the intent of the law and legal guidance, this policy will supersede any other policy as the college continues to review its policies, procedures and practices and receives further updates relative to the new law and evolving legal guidance.
Restrictions contained in the law:
- ‘Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) offices are prohibited.
- Performing the duties of a DEI office is prohibited.
- DEI statements are prohibited.
- Giving preference on the basis of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin is prohibited.
- Mandatory DEI trainings are prohibited.
- State appropriations may not be spent in violation of SB 17.
Engaging in prohibited conduct may lead to appropriate discipline, including termination.
Employees may refer to the Howard College Working Guidance document (click here) for more information.
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