Senator Pugh Receives Passage of Senate Bill 796 to End DEI Policies in Higher Education

Senator Adam Pugh, R-Edmond, today announced the passage of Senate Bill 796, a measure that codifies an existing executive order to ensure Oklahoma’s higher education institutions focus on academic excellence and equal opportunity for all students. Senate Bill 796 prohibits institutions within the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education from using state funds, property or resources to support diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) positions, programs or activities...