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IN SB0302

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/4/2018

Primary Sponsor

Jeff Raatz

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Origin

Senate

2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds IC 21-39-8 (Campus Free Speech) to Indiana Code, effective July 1, 2018.
  • Requires each state educational institution's board of trustees to adopt policies affirming six core free speech principles, including broadest latitude for students to speak and learn, and free exchange of ideas.
  • Prohibits restricting free speech to designated zones and prevents requiring permits for spontaneous student assemblies.
  • Bars disinviting speakers from campus solely because their views may be considered offensive by some individuals.
  • Permits reasonable restrictions to prevent disruption of classes, guest speakers, graduation ceremonies, and other institutional events.

Legislative Description

Campus speech. Requires each state educational institution to adopt policies protecting free speech.

Last Action

Senator Kruse added as second author

1/4/2018

Committee Referrals

Education and Career Development1/4/2018

Full Bill Text

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