Bill Supporting American Indian Mascots On Way to Governor
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A proposal to ban state agencies from regulating American Indian mascots is on its way to Governor Bredesen.
The version agreed upon by the Senate and House allows schools to "continue to honor certain persons or cultures through the use of symbols, names and mascots."
The bill's sponsor, Representative Mike Bell of Riceville, said it would not apply if the symbols were portrayed in a demeaning or obscene way.
Bredesen spokeswoman Lydia Lenker said the governor would have to review the bill before deciding whether to sign it.
Some schools had complained earlier this year about the cost involved if they were forced to drop Indian mascots.
May 25, 2007
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