HR608: Recognizing the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in higher education.
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
Recognizing the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in higher education.
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This bill expresses support for diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in colleges and universities. It is a resolution—a statement of the House of Representatives—rather than a law that changes rules or spending. The bill does not create new programs or requirements. It simply recognizes that these efforts matter in higher education. The bill was recently introduced and is in the early stage of the legislative process.
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Sponsors
Marc Veasey
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (65)
Colin Allred
Joaquin Castro
Henry Johnson
Eleanor Norton
Sheila Jackson-Lee