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Protecting Students from Racial Hostility in Education

This act aims to protect students from racial discrimination and hostility in schools and universities. It introduces new rules defining what constitutes discrimination, including the promotion of harmful racial concepts. It also ensures that complaints about such incidents are reported to the appropriate authorities, enhancing safety and equality in educational settings.
Key points
Expands the definition of racial discrimination in education to include promoting harmful concepts, such as the belief in one race's superiority over another.
Prohibits assigning blame or character traits to an individual based on their race (race stereotyping, race scapegoating).
Requires reporting complaints of racial discrimination to the State Attorney General and relevant educational agencies.
Mandates the Secretary of Education to annually report to Congress on received complaints regarding racial hostility.
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Print number: 117_S_2574
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2021-07-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Students From Racial Hostility Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2574.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expands the definition of racial discrimination in education to include promoting harmful concepts, such as the belief in one race's superiority over another.
  • Prohibits assigning blame or character traits to an individual based on their race (race stereotyping, race scapegoating).
  • Requires reporting complaints of racial discrimination to the State Attorney General and relevant educational agencies.
  • Mandates the Secretary of Education to annually report to Congress on received complaints regarding racial hostility.
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 Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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