DeSantis signs Florida law banning local DEI funding, says white men are ‘disfavored’ - AP News
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a law banning local diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) funding.
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Local governments and entities in Florida can no longer use public funds for DEI initiatives, impacting programs promoting diversity.
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a new state law that bans local diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) funding. DeSantis stated that white men are "disfavored" in the current DEI landscape. This legislation prohibits local governments and other entities from allocating public funds towards DEI initiatives, reflecting a broader conservative push against such programs. The move aligns with previous actions by DeSantis to restrict DEI efforts in public education and state agencies. This new law will impact how local Florida institutions manage and fund programs aimed at promoting diversity and inclusion.
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed the new state law banning local DEI funding.
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