Senate passes bill codifying governor's executive order restricting diversity, equity and inclusion programs at state higher‑education institutions

Mar 27, 2025

On final passage the Oklahoma Senate approved Senate Bill 796 to codify a governor's executive order that limits the use of state funds, property or resources for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs at institutions in the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education. The measure passed after lengthy floor debate and was adopted as an

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Senate Bill 796, described on the floor as statutory codification of a governor's executive order, passed the Oklahoma Senate after extended debate and was approved as an emergency measure.

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