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After hours of testimony, subcommittee votes to pass by indefinitely on campus 'terrorism' bill
Summary
Senate Bill 1284, which would give campuses a statutory framework to bar or review partnerships with organizations designated as terrorist, drew extensive opposition testimony and was voted to be passed by indefinitely by the Higher Education Subcommittee (voice vote recorded 4 ayes, 1 nay).
Senate Bill 1284, sponsored by Senator Stanley, would establish criteria and processes for public institutions to deny campus access, funding, or partnerships with organizations identified as terrorists and to create reporting and review mechanisms. After more than an hour of testimony from students, faculty and advocacy groups—many urging rejection—the subcommittee adopted a motion to pass the bill by indefinitely.
Sponsor's argument: Senator Mark Stanley said the measure is intended to protect student safety and to prevent public funds from indirectly supporting organizations engaged in terrorism. He told the committee the bill aligns with federal designations and said the definitions cover unlawful activity aimed at intimidating civilians or affecting government by…
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