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N.C. Congressman introduces bill to ban race-based mandates at medical schools

Congressman Greg Murphy introduced the ‘EDUCATE Act’, the Embracing Anti-Discrimination, Unbiased Curricula, and Advancing Truth in Education Act, last week.

A North Carolina U.S. Congressman has introduced a bill to ban race-based mandates at medical schools and accrediting institutions.

Congressman Greg Murphy introduced the ‘EDUCATE Act’, the Embracing Anti-Discrimination, Unbiased Curricula, and Advancing Truth in Education Act, last week.

Congressman Murphy’s legislation comes on the heels of a ban by the state of Alabama on diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in public colleges and offices.

State legislatures have also approved bans on DEI in higher education and public offices in Florida, Texas, and Utah.

See the full text of Murphy’s bill HERE.

Annette is an award-winning journalist based in Eastern North Carolina. Her career includes professional stops across the Midwest, Pacific Northwest, and Southeast, recently culminating in a 2026 Region 8 Edward R. Murrow Award for Small Market Radio Best News Series for her work on the Camp Lejeune Justice Act Series. Guided by a passion for human-interest storytelling, she focuses on narratives that touch hearts and connect communities. A mother of four and grandmother of two, Annette enjoys reading and creating epic Halloween costumes in her spare time. If you have a story idea to share, please reach out by email to westona@cravencc.edu.