HB 999

Politics

At New College, DeSantis signs a ban on DEI funding and other higher education bills

Meghan Bowman

Gov. Ron DeSantis was met with protests at New College of Florida in Sarasota where he signed three higher education bills into law on Monday.
Education

Professors say House Bill 999 would be horrific for academic freedom at Florida's state universities

Dinorah Prevost

The proposed bill also targets funding for diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
Education

Academic freedom is the focus of a Sarasota higher education summit

Cathy Carter

The event comes as state lawmakers seek to limit what topics can be taught at Florida's public colleges and universities.

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