Delegate Anitra Hamilton has strongly opposed SB 474, a bill proposed by Gov. Patrick Morrisey that aims to abolish diversity, equity, and inclusion practices in West Virginia’s state government and education system. The bill was discussed in a House Judiciary Committee hearing on Monday and may soon proceed to the floor for further debate and a possible vote before the end of the legislative session.
SB 474 seeks to eliminate DEI programs and positions in executive branch offices, public schools, and higher education institutions, emphasizing equal treatment based on color-blind and sex-neutral principles. Supporters argue that the bill promotes fair treatment and legal compliance while opponents argue that it limits freedom of speech and ignores important aspects of diversity.
Critics of the bill, including Hamilton and other Democratic committee members, challenge its narrow definition of diversity and express concerns about its potential impact on education and civil rights enforcement. The future of SB 474 remains uncertain, with no public supporters speaking in favor of the legislation so far.
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