BOISE, Idaho — This story originally appeared in the Idaho Press.
A legislative work group on DEI, diversity equity and inclusion, wrapped up its work Thursday as it voted to recommend a bill prohibiting DEI in higher education activities, services, offices, faculty or staff positions, training, and required courses, as well as in hiring and admissions.
Sen. Ben Toews, R-Coeur d’Alene, presented the proposed legislation, which was a slightly altered version of a draft he presented on Jan. 9. The bill would be enforced by the Idaho attorney general as well as through private lawsuits…