MADISON, Wis. (AP) - University of Wisconsin students who repeatedly disrupt the free speech rights of others could be suspended or expelled under a bill passed by the state Assembly.
The Assembly voted 61-36 to pass the bill late Wednesday night.
The measure now heads to the Senate. Gov. Scott Walker has spoken positively of the idea.
Republican supporters say it is all about protecting free speech. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos says this will give Wisconsin the strongest First Amendment protections in the country.
But Democratic opponents say it is an unconstitutional infringement on First Amendment free speech rights.
The bill is the latest salvo in the national push among some conservatives to crack down on disruptions they say is quelling free speech on liberal college campuses.
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