Higher education; prohibiting certain activities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Effective date. Emergency.

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This bill prohibits Oklahoma public colleges and universities from using state funds or resources for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) activities that grant preferential treatment based on race, color, ethnicity, or national origin. It also bans mandatory DEI training, loyalty oaths, and requiring job applicants to provide DEI statements or disclose pronouns. The institutions must review existing DEI functions and submit annual compliance certificates.

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