"Alabama Legislature Passes Bill Banning State Funding and Restricting Teaching of DEI in Public Schools"

Alabama's GOP-controlled Legislature passed legislation that bans state funding of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs at public colleges and universities, local boards of education, and government agencies, while also restricting teachings on "divisive concepts" about race and gender. The bill also requires transgender students to use the bathroom that aligns with their biological sex. Critics argue that the legislation may be unconstitutional and could disproportionately impact black students, faculty, and staff. If signed into law by Republican Gov. Kay Ivey, the measure will go into effect on October 1.