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H. R. 3724 — An Act To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to prohibit recognized accrediting agencies and associations from requiring, encouraging, or coercing institutions of higher education to meet any political litmus test or violate any right protected by the Constitution as a condition of accreditation.
September 19, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:7,178
H. R. 3724, also known as the "End Woke Higher Education Act," aims to change the Higher Education Act of 1965 so that accrediting agencies can't force or persuade colleges to follow political ideologies as a requirement for accreditation. The bill also ensures colleges must disclose their...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to make sure that schools can't be told to follow certain political ideas to stay approved, and it makes sure everyone can speak freely and not be treated differently because of their beliefs.
H. R. 9700 — To prohibit bilateral economic assistance, including assistance under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, to foreign governments that abridge the right to free speech that would be speech protected by the Constitution of the United States, and for other purposes.
September 19, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:627
H.R. 9700, introduced in the House of Representatives by Ms. Mace and Mr. Burchett, aims to stop bilateral economic aid to foreign governments that restrict free speech, as would be protected by the U.S. Constitution. The bill specifically forbids spending U.S. assistance funds on countries...
Simple Explanation
Imagine there's a rule that says if another country doesn’t allow people to say what they want, like they can in the U.S., then the U.S. will stop giving them money to help out. This bill wants to make sure those countries let people talk freely, just like we do!
S. 4274 — To require the Federal Bureau of Investigation to place on the No Fly List individuals who have supported foreign terrorist organizations, encouraged crimes of violence against Jewish persons, or been disciplined by an institution of higher education in relation to such conduct.
May 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:567
S. 4274, known as the "No Flights for Terrorists Act," mandates that the FBI include on the No Fly List individuals who support foreign terrorist organizations, encourage violent crimes against Jewish people, or face disciplinary action for such conduct at universities. This...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to add people to a list that stops them from flying on planes if they've helped groups that do bad things or have been in trouble at school for saying mean things about Jewish people. It hopes to keep everyone safer, but some people worry it might not be fair to everyone.
H. R. 7232 — To direct the Secretary of State to revoke the visas of students who have engaged in antisemitic activities, and for other purposes.
February 05, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:545
H.R. 7232, known as the “No Visas for Anti-Semitic Students Act,” proposes regulations that direct the Secretary of State to revoke visas of students who have engaged in antisemitic activities. It requires automatic cancellation of nonimmigrant student visas for those who are...
Simple Explanation
The No Visas for Anti-Semitic Students Act is like a rule that says if a student from another country says or does mean things about Jewish people, they might not be allowed to stay and study in the United States anymore. It wants to make sure students don't belong to groups that are unkind to Jewish people or say hurtful things about them.
H. RES. 1537 — Condemning the Hamas attacks of October 7, 2023, and calling for Hamas and its leaders to immediately and unconditionally surrender and to release the hostages, including Americans.
October 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:959
The bill H. RES. 1537 condemns the violent attacks carried out by Hamas on October 7, 2023. It calls for the immediate and unconditional surrender of Hamas and demands the release of all hostages, including Americans. The resolution affirms Israel's right to defend itself...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants Hamas, a group that did something bad, to give up and let people they've taken go free, and it says Israel should be able to protect itself. It also talks about making sure people in need get help and says it's wrong to treat Jewish people unfairly.
S. 4516 — To ensure equal protection of the law, to prevent racism in the Federal Government, and for other purposes.
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June 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:10,280
S. 4516, also known as the "Dismantle DEI Act of 2024," proposes to limit the implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices within the federal government and associated entities. The bill seeks to prohibit the use of federal funds for DEI offices, training courses, and...
Simple Explanation
S. 4516 is a plan to stop the government from spending money on classes and offices that focus on making sure everyone is included and treated fairly, because some people believe these things might not be fair. This idea might cause some problems because it could make it harder for people who are different to be part of the government.
H. R. 3724 — An Act To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to prohibit recognized accrediting agencies and associations from requiring, encouraging, or coercing institutions of higher education to meet any political litmus test or violate any right protected by the Constitution as a condition of accreditation.
September 23, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:7,127
H. R. 3724 is a bill titled the "End Woke Higher Education Act" that aims to modify the Higher Education Act of 1965. The bill prohibits accrediting agencies from imposing political litmus tests or violating constitutional rights as a condition for accreditation of higher...
Simple Explanation
The bill is like a rule that says schools can't force students or teachers to pick a side in politics or break the law just to stay open, and it makes sure everyone can speak freely and play fair on school grounds. If someone breaks these rules, people can tell on them or take them to court.
H. R. 9207 — To prohibit Federal employees and contractors from directing online platforms to censor any speech that is protected by the First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, and for other purposes.
July 30, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,350
H. R. 9207, titled the “Standing to Challenge Government Censorship Act,” is a bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives aimed at preventing federal employees and contractors from directing online platforms to censor speech protected by the First Amendment. The...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 9207 wants to stop people who work for the U.S. government from telling websites to remove or hide things people say, unless a judge says it's okay. If someone thinks this rule was broken, they can ask the court to help them.
S. 4127 — To provide for the consideration of a definition of antisemitism set forth by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance for the enforcement of Federal antidiscrimination laws concerning education programs or activities, and for other purposes.
April 16, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,117
S. 4127, titled the "Antisemitism Awareness Act of 2024," aims to address antisemitism by considering the definition of antisemitism from the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance. The bill emphasizes using this definition to enforce federal antidiscrimination laws,...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to use a special definition of antisemitism to help stop unfair treatment of Jewish people at schools. It’s like having a rulebook to make sure everyone is treated kindly and fairly.
H. R. 7683 — To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require institutions of higher education to adopt and adhere to principles of free speech, and for other purposes.
March 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:6,140
The bill, known as the “Respecting the First Amendment on Campus Act,” aims to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 by requiring universities and colleges to adopt free speech principles, specifically the Chicago Principles, to ensure the freedom of expression on campuses. It prohibits...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants schools to make sure everyone can speak freely and safely on campus, and they must follow certain rules about this. If schools don't follow these rules, they might not get some of their money from the government anymore.
H. R. 8463 — To prohibit and establish penalties for the use of the identity of another, without authorization, to make available certain information, and for other purposes.
May 17, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:559
H.R. 8463, known as the “SHIELD Act,” aims to prevent people from using someone else's identity to share particular harmful information online. It makes it illegal to post information that is libelous, slanderous, or criminal while pretending to be someone else without their...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8463 wants to stop people from pretending to be someone else online to say mean or untrue things. If anyone does it, the person they pretended to be can ask a judge to help fix it and make the mean stuff go away.
H. R. 7612 — To affirm and protect the First Amendment rights of students and student organizations at public institutions of higher education.
March 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:2,448
H. R. 7612, also known as the "Students Bill of Rights Act of 2024," aims to protect the First Amendment rights of students and student organizations at public colleges and universities. It requires these institutions to ensure fair recognition and funding for student organizations,...
Simple Explanation
The Students Bill of Rights Act of 2024 is like a set of rules to make sure that students at public colleges can speak up and join clubs no matter what they believe. If a school breaks these rules, they might lose some money from the government.
H. RES. 1222 — Condemning the Communist Party of Vietnam for imprisoning independent journalists, human rights defenders, religious figures, and dissidents in Vietnam.
May 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:361
H. RES. 1222 is a resolution that condemns the Communist Party of Vietnam for imprisoning independent journalists, human rights defenders, religious figures, and dissidents. It highlights the poor conditions in Vietnamese prisons and the numerous individuals incarcerated for...
Simple Explanation
This resolution is like telling someone off for being mean because it says the leaders in Vietnam should stop putting people in jail just for speaking up and being different. It also asks the U.S. government to help these people and to pay attention to those who are not being kind to others.
H. R. 7683 — To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require institutions of higher education to adopt and adhere to principles of free speech, and for other purposes.
April 26, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:6,513
H. R. 7683, titled the "Respecting the First Amendment on Campus Act," aims to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to ensure that colleges and universities support free speech principles. The bill calls for institutions to adopt policies in line with the Chicago Principles, eliminate...
Simple Explanation
The "Respecting the First Amendment on Campus Act" is a plan that wants colleges to make sure that everyone can talk and share their ideas freely, just like how everyone can play at recess. If someone feels their talking rights are not being respected, they can ask a grown-up helper, like a judge, to make it better.
H. RES. 1212 — Ending campus encampments.
May 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:187
H. RES. 1212 addresses the issue of tent encampments on university campuses, which have led to illegal activities and disruption. The resolution criticizes universities that have negotiated with those in encampments or canceled classes, and it emphasizes maintaining free...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1212 is a plan that says schools should work with police to quickly remove people living in tents on their campuses to keep the area safe and not change their rules just because someone asks in a protest.

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