ABA council repeals law school diversity accreditation standard
The American Bar Association's accrediting council voted to repeal Standard 206, which required law schools to show commitment to diversity in recruitment, admissions, and programming. The council framed the repeal as a pragmatic step to preserve recognition from state courts and the U.S. Department of Education after the department questioned the council's independence; a federal advisory committee will consider recognition on Sept. 23. The broader ABA still supports DEI efforts, while several states including Texas, Florida and Alabama have already moved to curb the ABA's role in licensing.
The ABA council repealed Standard 206 to preserve accreditation recognition
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The accrediting council had required law schools to show commitment to diversity. The education department recently questioned the council's recognition and some states reduced ABA influence. The council repealed the rule and a federal…
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