Wisconsin Assembly advances constitutional amendments on DEI, public health orders
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Key Points:
- Two proposed constitutional amendments passed the Wisconsin Assembly: one banning government discrimination or preferential treatment in public education and employment, and another preventing government from closing houses of worship during emergencies; both require voter approval if passed by the Senate.
- The anti-discrimination amendment, supported only by Republicans, aims to enshrine a ban on preferential treatment in the state constitution, but Democrats argue it could hinder efforts to support marginalized communities and students of color.
- The houses of worship amendment responds to COVID-19 restrictions on religious gatherings, emphasizing First Amendment rights; it passed with bipartisan support but faces criticism for potentially impeding public health measures.
- A bill defining and criminalizing grooming as a felony, targeting predatory behavior by educators toward students, passed the Assembly overwhelmingly
