Dont say gay alabama

The bill aims to restrict discussions of gender identity or sexual orientation. A bill aimed at furthering restrictions on discussions of "gender identity or sexual orientation" in public schools is progressing in the Alabama legislature, passing the state House on Tuesday. Current law states that classrooms in kindergarten through the fifth grade "shall not engage in classroom discussion or provide classroom instruction regarding sexual orientation or gender identity in a manner that is not age appropriate or developmentally appropriate for students in accordance with state standards.

The bill would expand this restriction to eighth grade and prohibit flags symbolizing sexual orientations or gender identities in K schools. State Rep. A similar law in Florida sparked controversy for its restrictions and inspired almost identical policies across the country.

House passes bill to expand “Don’t Say Gay” law through 12th grade

However, a settlement was reached in a lawsuit against the legislation. A judge decided that students and educators can discuss LGBTQ topics or write about such topics in their work, as long as those conversations are not part of formal curriculum, with both sides of the debate claiming the decision as a win.

Stream on. Expanded so-called 'Don't Say Gay' education restrictions advance in Alabama The bill aims to restrict discussions of gender identity or sexual orientation. By Kiara Alfonseca. April 24,PM. In this undated stock photo, a student raises her hand in class. Sponsored Content by Taboola.

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