HF 273 Minnesota House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Student Religious Liberties Act established.

HF 273 establishes the "Student Religious Liberties Act" in Minnesota, requiring public school districts to treat religious expression the same as secular expression. It prohibits discrimination against students based on religious viewpoints in assignments (like homework or art), classroom activities, and school clubs, ensuring religious content isn’t penalized or rewarded. Schools must create a "limited public forum" for student speech at events, provide disclaimers stating the district doesn’t endorse student views, and allow religious groups equal access to facilities as nonreligious groups. The law directly affects public school students, parents, and school districts, mandating policy changes to ensure religious expression is handled neutrally under academic standards.
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Introduced Feb 10, 2025 Last action Feb 10, 2025
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