Executive Order Category Rationale

Justification

This executive order primarily addresses school discipline policies and practices in American educational institutions. The order specifically targets how schools apply disciplinary measures, directing the Secretary of Education to issue new guidance to local and state educational agencies regarding school discipline practices. The order focuses on eliminating what it describes as "discriminatory equity ideology" in classroom discipline decisions, requiring that disciplinary actions be based on student behavior rather than consideration of racial statistical disparities. The entire order centers on educational policy matters, including directives for developing model school discipline policies, investigating discipline-related federal programs, and revising discipline codes for military families' schools.

Secondary relevant categories

• DEI Policies & Compliance
• Civil & Constitutional Rights