Kansas Legislature passes free speech law honoring Charlie Kirk, overturning governor's veto
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The Kansas Legislature has passed a free speech law, known as the Kansas Intellectual Rights and Knowledge Act, which aims to protect free speech on college campuses. The law was passed after House and Senate Republicans overrode Governor Laura Kelly's veto, with supporters arguing it is necessary to protect both free speech and students.
The Kansas Legislature has passed a law to protect free speech on college campuses. The law, known as the Kansas Intellectual Rights and Knowledge Act, was passed after Republicans overrode Governor Laura Kelly's veto. The law defines outdoor areas of campuses as public forums and allows the attorney general or individuals to seek damages in court. Opponents argue the law could allow student associations to exclude members based on political or ideological beliefs. The law was passed in honor of slain activist Charlie Kirk. It received a two-thirds majority vote in both the House and Senate.
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