Bills · HR 406
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 406Racial and ethnic relationsReligion
PROTECT Jewish Student and Faculty Act
INTRO JAN 15· LAST ACTION JAN 15
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it attempts to address concerns about antisemitism on college campuses by mandating how universities define and respond to such incidents. If passed, it would create a uniform standard for addressing antisemitic conduct at all institutions that rely on federal student aid, potentially leading to more consistent enforcement and accountability.
For voters, this means a change in how universities handle hate speech and discrimination, particularly concerning Jewish individuals. If the bill becomes law, campuses might see clearer guidelines and stricter enforcement against antisemitic acts. If it doesn't pass, universities would continue to have more discretion in defining and responding to antisemitism, which some argue can lead to inconsistent or insufficient protections.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires institutions of higher education to include a specific definition of antisemitism in all documents related to student and employee conduct.
This sets a clear, standardized understanding of what constitutes antisemitism for campuses receiving federal funding.
PROVISION 02
Mandates that these conduct documents state antisemitic conduct is prohibited on campus.
This ensures a clear institutional stance against antisemitism, communicating expectations to the campus community.
PROVISION 03
Requires institutions to include in their conduct documents that antisemitic conduct may result in expulsion for students or termination for employees.
This provision ensures that there are clearly stated, severe consequences for antisemitic behavior, aiming to deter such actions.
PROVISION 04
Links compliance with these requirements to a college's eligibility for federal Title IV student financial aid programs.
This provides a strong incentive for colleges to adopt and enforce the specified policies, making compliance a condition for crucial funding.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 8
R· Indiana
YRS IN OFFICE
3
BILLS LED
32
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 25%
DEM 1 REP 7 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJAN 15
Introduced in House
JAN 15
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 406
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 15, 2025
Last actionJan 15, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 15, 2025
House BillHR 406Racial and ethnic relationsReligion
PROTECT Jewish Student and Faculty Act
INTRODUCED JAN 15, 2025· LAST ACTION JAN 15, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
8
COMPLEXITY
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