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Ban on Federal Funding for Colleges Maintaining DEI Initiatives.

This bill aims to cut off all federal funding, including federally guaranteed student loans, for higher education institutions that maintain Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs or offices. If enacted, students attending non-compliant schools could lose access to crucial federal financial aid programs, directly impacting their ability to afford college.
Key points
Colleges must certify they will not carry out programs or maintain offices promoting DEI to remain eligible for federal funds.
The loss of federal funding includes exclusion from all federally funded or guaranteed student loan programs.
DEI is defined as classifying individuals based on characteristics like race or gender and affording them differential or preferential treatment.
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Print number: 118_HR_8708
Sponsor: Rep. Bilirakis, Gus M. [R-FL-12]
Process start date: 2024-06-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Eliminate DEI in Colleges Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8708.

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 2024-06-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Colleges must certify they will not carry out programs or maintain offices promoting DEI to remain eligible for federal funds.
  • The loss of federal funding includes exclusion from all federally funded or guaranteed student loan programs.
  • DEI is defined as classifying individuals based on characteristics like race or gender and affording them differential or preferential treatment.
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. Bilirakis, Gus M. [R-FL-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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