CT SB00043

Prohibits Connecticut public schools (K-12) from developing, adopting, or teaching curriculum that includes "biased political ideology" or causes students psychological distress based on their race or sex

Defines "biased political ideology" to include teaching that one race or sex is inherently superior, that the U.S. or Connecticut is fundamentally racist or sexist, or that individuals are inherently racist/sexist based on their race or sex

Bans curriculum suggesting individuals bear responsibility for historical actions of others of the same race or sex, or that meritocracy and hard work are racist or sexist concepts

Defines "race or sex stereotyping" as ascribing character traits, values, or beliefs to individuals based on race or sex

Defines "race or sex scapegoating" as assigning fault or blame to a race or sex, including claims that a particular race or sex is responsible for society's problems