Education

in committee · United States · Senate Jul 30, 2026

S 5179: Title IX Clarification Act of 2026

The Title IX Clarification Act of 2026 amends the federal law prohibiting sex discrimination in education to explicitly define "sex" based on biological characteristics. Specifically, it states that sex refers to an individual's biologically determined status as male or female. The bill further defines "female" as someone with a reproductive system that produces ova and "male" as someone with a reproductive system that produces sperm, regardless of congenital anomalies or accidents. These definitions apply to all education programs receiving federal financial assistance starting on the date the law is enacted.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts educational access by redefining sex to exclude transgender students from protections, limiting their participation in sports and facilities.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 26, 2025

S 1147: Defining Male and Female Act of 2025

This bill defines biological sex for federal law by amending Title 1 of the U.S. Code. It specifies that "female" means a person biologically characterized by egg-producing systems at conception, "male" means sperm-producing systems at conception, and "gender identity" is not recognized as replacing biological sex in federal contexts. The law directly affects all federal agencies, departments, and laws requiring interpretation of terms like "sex," "female," or "male" by mandating these biological definitions. It does not create new programs or funding but changes how federal agencies must interpret existing laws and regulations.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts gender identity recognition in federal contexts, limiting educational access and curriculum inclusivity for transgender and non-binary students in K-12 and higher education settings.85% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill restricts healthcare access by limiting federal protections for transgender individuals, potentially reducing coverage and services for gender-affirming care.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate May 13, 2025

S 1745: Dismantling Ideological Policies for Semiconductors and Science Act

This bill would repeal numerous diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) requirements in federal STEM programs established under the CHIPS and Science Act. It targets provisions requiring outreach to underrepresented communities, diversity considerations in research programs, data collection on faculty demographics, and DEI-focused funding programs. The bill also repeals the NSF Chief Diversity Officer position and modifies programs to focus on STEM achievements for historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and Tribal Colleges or Universities (TCUs) without race-based activities. The bill would affect federal agencies like the National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, and National Institute of Standards and Technology that administer STEM programs.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRepeals DEI requirements in federal STEM education programs, removing diversity mandates, data collection, and DEI-focused funding for underrepresented communities in higher education.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood

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in committee · United States · House Mar 21, 2025

HR 2272: FAFSA Act of 2025

HR 2272, titled the "FAFSA Act of 2025" (though unrelated to the FAFSA application), would terminate federal student aid eligibility for individuals convicted of specific violent offenses. It directly affects students convicted of assault against police officers or certain riot-related crimes (like inciting violence or participating in riots), requiring them to repay any grants received under the Higher Education Act and converting those grants into unsubsidized loans. Key provisions include automatic loss of future aid, repayment of past grants as loans, and exclusion from all loan forgiveness or discharge programs. The bill takes effect for the first aid year after its enactment, impacting only those with convictions meeting its defined criteria.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts federal student aid access for individuals convicted of violent offenses, limiting educational access for a specific group under higher education funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 12, 2025

S 2045: Protecting Endowments from Our Adversaries Act

This bill imposes a 50% excise tax on the fair market value of "listed investments" acquired by large private colleges and universities during a taxable year, and a 100% tax on net income from such investments. It defines "listed investments" as any stock, debt, or derivatives held in entities on government security lists (like the Commerce Department's Entity List or FCC Covered List). The tax applies to private institutions with endowments exceeding $1 billion that aren't state universities, targeting investments in entities deemed national security threats. The law requires the Treasury to establish a consolidated list of these entities within 60 days of enactment, with taxes taking effect for acquisitions and income after the first calendar year following enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes 50% excise tax on listed investments of large private colleges, generating government revenue for fiscal management under Budget & Taxes.90% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationImposes 50-100% taxes on endowments of large private universities, reducing funds available for educational programs and operations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Higher Education

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 23, 2025

S 207: Protecting Life on College Campus Act of 2025

This bill prohibits federal funding (directly or indirectly) for colleges and universities that host or are affiliated with campus health clinics providing abortion drugs or abortions to students or staff. Institutions must submit annual reports certifying no such services are offered to remain eligible for federal funds. The law also prevents states from penalizing schools for complying with this funding restriction. It specifically defines "abortion drugs" and "school-based service sites" (excluding hospitals) to clarify coverage.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRestricts federal funding for higher ed institutions providing abortion services, directly limiting school funding eligibility for affected institutions.95% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareDefunds campus clinics offering abortion services, restricting access to reproductive healthcare as a core healthcare service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Women's Health

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passed · United States · Senate May 9, 2025

SJRES 7: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Addressing the Homework Gap Through the E-Rate Program".

This joint resolution seeks to block a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rule that aimed to expand internet access for schools through the E-Rate program, specifically addressing the "homework gap" by increasing funding for student connectivity. The rule, published in the Federal Register on August 20, 2024, would have modified how schools and libraries access broadband under the E-Rate program. If passed, the resolution would cancel this rule, preventing it from taking effect under federal disapproval procedures. This is a procedural action targeting a specific FCC regulatory change, not a new policy.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill blocks FCC rule expanding E-Rate program funding, preventing increased federal spending on school broadband access. Directly defunds essential program expansion.95% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill blocks FCC rule expanding school internet access via E-Rate program, preventing increased connectivity funding and access for students, opposing educational access expansion.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBlocks FCC rule expanding E-Rate program funding for school internet access, preventing increased connectivity for students addressing homework gap.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Libraries Broadband Access

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 24, 2025

S 2428: STUDENT Act

S 2428, the STUDENT Act, amends the federal charter of the National Education Association (NEA) to restrict its political activities and membership practices. It requires NEA members (public school teachers) to explicitly consent to dues payments (banning payroll deductions), prohibits the NEA from engaging in political lobbying or supporting candidates, and bans advocacy of specific concepts like critical race theory or antisemitic beliefs. The bill also mandates annual reporting to Congress and prohibits strikes by NEA-affiliated staff in public schools. These provisions directly affect the NEA’s operations and its members’ financial and political engagement.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRestricts NEA political activities, bans curriculum advocacy (e.g., critical race theory), and limits teacher dues collection - directly restricting educator advocacy and curriculum content.95% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentRestricts union dues via payroll deduction ban and prohibits political lobbying/candidate support, weakening collective bargaining power for educators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Collective Bargaining

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