A new report shows Texas’ law banning DEI programs in higher education had a negative impact on the state’s LGBTQ+ students, faculty and staff.
The non-profit Equality Texas surveyed 23 LGBTQ+ students attending state colleges and universities to gauge the impact of Senate Bill 17. The law, which took effect in 2024, banned DEI programs and policies in public colleges and universities.
The study found 52% of students surveyed considered leaving their school after the law went into effect, and 78% considered leaving Texas entirely. Of the 21 staff and faculty surveyed, about a quarter said they have considered leaving Texas, and more than three quarters said they have been “negatively impacted” by SB17.
Read more at Texas Public Radio.
