By Jamar Younger | Arizona Capitol Times
Key Points:
- Educators could face legal action if they are accused of antisemitism in the classroom
- Supporters say the bill is in response to an increase in antisemitic incidents
- Opponents argue the legislation does nothing to address antisemitism and could lead to further teacher attrition
A bill that would allow lawsuits against teachers accused of teaching or promoting antisemitism is one step closer to becoming law after passing the Senate on May 28.
House Bill 2867 would prohibit teachers and faculty members from teaching or promoting antisemitic content, and restrict school districts, colleges and universities from requiring the content to be taught to students.
The measure would also allow individuals to sue teachers and professors if they suspect the educator was promoting antisemitism in the classroom.
