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MO SB1192

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ben Brown

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits accrediting agencies from basing accreditation decisions on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices, collecting DEI-related information, or requiring DEI standards when accrediting Missouri public postsecondary institutions

  • Defines DEI as differential treatment or assignment of fault based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity (with exceptions for immigration status, sex-segregated facilities, and athletic programs)

  • Requires accrediting agencies to implement policies ensuring decision-makers are not presented with any DEI-related information during accreditation reviews

  • Allows current or former students and employees to bring civil lawsuits against violating accrediting agencies, with damages of three times the money paid to the agency (including the five years prior), plus up to $1,000 per student in civil penalties

  • Classifies violations as unlawful discriminatory practices and unfair trade practices, authorizing the attorney general to investigate and seek remedies

Legislative Description

Prohibits higher education accrediting agencies from considering diversity, equity, and inclusion practices

Last Action

Hearing Cancelled S Education Committee

3/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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