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Higher Education Accreditation Reform: Free Inquiry Mandate and DEI Policy Ban.

This bill modifies the standards used by agencies to accredit colleges and universities. It mandates that accreditors must assess an institution's success in ensuring free inquiry and academic freedom on campus. Crucially, it prohibits accrediting agencies from considering an institution's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies or the racial composition of its students and staff during the accreditation process.
Key points
Accrediting agencies must now evaluate whether colleges protect the right to free inquiry and academic freedom for students and faculty.
Accreditors are forbidden from considering DEI policies or the racial makeup of the campus community when granting accreditation.
Religious institutions are exempt from the new free inquiry requirements.
Colleges can file a lawsuit if their accreditation is denied or revoked because the agency violated the ban on assessing DEI policies.
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Print number: 118_S_1795
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2023-06-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fairness in Higher Education Accreditation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1795.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Accrediting agencies must now evaluate whether colleges protect the right to free inquiry and academic freedom for students and faculty.
  • Accreditors are forbidden from considering DEI policies or the racial makeup of the campus community when granting accreditation.
  • Religious institutions are exempt from the new free inquiry requirements.
  • Colleges can file a lawsuit if their accreditation is denied or revoked because the agency violated the ban on assessing DEI policies.
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 2025-12-26.

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