October 26, 2026

REJECTED BAN – Billings Public Schools, Montana: The Billings school board voted 5–4 against a proposed policy restricting Pride flags in schools, which was a “symbolic rebuke” of a 2025 Montana law limiting government displays of certain flags. Read more here.
PROPOSED BAN – Hastings Public Schools, Minnesota: Hastings school officials are considering a policy restricting Pride flags and other ideological displays in classrooms. The school board postponed a decision pending legal review and further discussion. Read more here.