Alabama Enacts Legislation Banning DEI Programs at Public Schools and Universities

Alabama Republicans passed a bill that would cut state funding for diversity programs at public universities, schools, and government agencies, while also restricting the teaching of "divisive concepts" related to race, gender, and identity. The legislation also prohibits transgender individuals from using bathrooms that align with their gender identity. This move has sparked opposition from student groups, civil rights advocates, and Democrats, who argue that it undermines free speech and diversity efforts, especially in a state with a history of educational segregation and racism.