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Transparency of Religious Exemptions in Higher Education

This act requires colleges and the Department of Education to publish information about which higher education institutions use religious exemptions from anti-discrimination rules. This will give students and citizens easier access to knowledge about where and to what extent these exemptions apply, allowing them to better understand their rights and obligations.
Key points
The Department of Education must publish a list of higher education institutions using religious exemptions from anti-discrimination rules, including the scope of these exemptions.
Each institution using such an exemption must post detailed information on its website, including a list of personal characteristics or behaviors covered by the exemption and the programs it applies to.
Institutions must inform students of their rights under anti-discrimination rules and provide contact information for the Office for Civil Rights.
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Print number: 117_HR_4751
Sponsor: Rep. Clark, Katherine M. [D-MA-5]
Process start date: 2021-07-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Exposing Discrimination in Higher Education Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4751.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Education must publish a list of higher education institutions using religious exemptions from anti-discrimination rules, including the scope of these exemptions.
  • Each institution using such an exemption must post detailed information on its website, including a list of personal characteristics or behaviors covered by the exemption and the programs it applies to.
  • Institutions must inform students of their rights under anti-discrimination rules and provide contact information for the Office for Civil Rights.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Clark, Katherine M. [D-MA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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