“There’s an effort to get rid of diversity in schools,' said Rep. Sandra Hollins. 'There’s an effort to get rid of inclusion in schools. I don’t know what to say to them anymore. I’m at a loss for words.”
Rep. Katy Hall, R-South Ogden, the bill’s sponsor, said she’s heard from constituents being asked on job applications and for graduate programs to provide a statement of commitment for what they’ve done to improve diversity, equity and inclusion and how they’ll continue those efforts. She called the requirement “an imposition of political beliefs” and believes candidates are being asked to prove they’re not prejudiced.
Two representatives spoke in support, with Rep. Norm Thurston, R-Provo, saying it’s not appropriate to ask those questions for a job, just as a candidate wouldn’t be asked about religion or philosophy. Most institutions of higher education in the state have a chief diversity officer or an office on campus that supports inclusion efforts.
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