MI HB4853

Prohibits educational institutions from discriminating against individuals based on religion, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression in admissions, enrollment, and utilization of services and programs.

Adds new protection preventing educational institutions from discriminating against individuals wearing traditional regalia or possessing traditional objects.

Defines "traditional regalia" as cultural, religious, or ceremonial clothing or wearable items representing an individual's tribal or ancestral traditions.

Defines "traditional objects" as cultural, religious, or ceremonial items or objects holding tribal or ancestral meaning, significance, or importance for any individual, including indigenous individuals.

Defines "indigenous individual" as an individual who identifies as an original or first person of a region or country.