1. United States
2. Ariz.
3. Letter

The recently proposed HB 2867 sets a concerning precedent that could undermine our public education system. By allowing individuals to directly sue public school educators, it creates an environment of fear and intimidation for teachers. This will likely lead to self-censorship on important topics and stifle open discourse in the classroom. Educators should be able to have honest conversations about complex issues without constantly worrying about potential lawsuits. Such a chilling effect goes against the principles of academic freedom that are crucial for fostering critical thinking. I urge you to consider the long-term repercussions this bill could have on the quality of education and reject HB 2867 to protect teachers' ability to do their jobs effectively.