Higher education; prohibited uses of funds, property, or resources; legislative committee testimony regarding compliance; State Auditor and Inspector compliance audits; cause of action for violations of section; biennial study; effective date; emergency.

Summary

The bill bars any institution in the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education from spending state money, property, or resources on diversity, equity and inclusion positions, programs, loyalty oaths, ideological certifications, or pronoun disclosures that give preferential treatment based on race, color, sex, ethnicity or national origin. It requires annual compliance certifications, periodic audits by the State Auditor, and allows students or employees to sue for violations. The measure aims to ensure that state resources are not used for what legislators view as preferential treatment while preserving accreditation and anti‑discrimination requirements.

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