New Hampshire Anti-DEI Law Hit With Constitutional Challenge (1)

A New Hampshire law that seeks to prohibit diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in public schools and universities is facing a constitutional challenge from a group of school districts and nonprofits.

The law is unconstitutionally vague and seeks to “strip away millions” in public funding from schools if they fail to comply with the “ambiguous anti-DEI provisions,” the New Hampshire affiliate of the National Education Association and others asserted in a lawsuit filed Thursday.

In a “rushed and unvetted legislative process,” New Hampshire lawmakers passed HB2 in June. The law prohibits any DEI-related programs in all public schools or higher ...