New York Bans Native American Mascots Despite Pushback From Some Schools

The New York Board of Regents voted unanimously to ban potentially insensitive Native American mascot names, though some exceptions may be made if recognized by tribal nations.
The ban will affect all K-12 public schools in New York and require schools with indigenous mascots to change them by the end of the 2024-2025 school year.
Schools that do not comply with the rule could face consequences like losing state funding.
Over 20 states have taken action to limit the use of potentially offensive mascot names.
The new policy has raised concerns about costs for schools forced to rebrand.