Idaho's House Bill 41, effective July 1, restricts public schools from displaying flags and banners that express opinions on politics, society, or religion. The law specifically targets signs like those displayed by teacher Sarah Inama, which have been interpreted as ideological expressions linked to post-2016 election movements. Attorney General Raúl Labrador's guidance illustrates how seemingly benign phrases are classified as political statements. Additionally, the legislation extends its prohibitions to student artwork considered to be non-compliant with these new regulations.
Idaho's House Bill 41 prohibits public schools from displaying flags and banners that reflect opinions regarding politics, society, or beliefs, effectively banning motivational signs like 'Everyone Is Welcome Here.'
The Idaho Attorney General clarified that motivational signs used by teachers, such as those displayed by Sarah Inama, are now viewed as ideological expressions linked to political movements, particularly after the 2016 election.
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