Education

in committee · United States · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4629: Government Bailout Prevention Act

The Government Bailout Prevention Act prohibits the use of federal funds, Treasury resources, or Federal Reserve assistance to support state, local, or school district governments facing financial distress starting January 1, 2026. Specifically, the bill bars the government from purchasing or guaranteeing debt for entities that have filed for bankruptcy, defaulted on obligations, or are at risk of defaulting without such help. This restriction also covers debt restructuring activities but includes an exception for financial aid provided in response to declared disasters.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts federal funding and debt support for distressed local governments, limiting fiscal assistance.90% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts federal funding and debt support for school districts facing financial distress, potentially limiting resources for K-12 schools.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Student Financial Aid

Track

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

Track

in committee · United States · Senate Mar 11, 2025

S 936: WEST Act of 2025

This bill imposes a 6% annual tax on the total value of endowments exceeding $11.9 billion for most private universities (or $10.5 billion for state-operated colleges), effective for 2025 taxable years. It directly affects large non-religious private universities meeting these asset thresholds, excluding religious institutions and assets used for their core educational purposes. The tax applies to the end-of-year value of endowment assets not directly supporting the institution's exempt educational mission. This is a direct tax change with no mention of funding allocation or policy outcomes in the bill text.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes 6% tax on large university endowments, generating new state revenue to fund public priorities, aligning with fiscal responsibility and budget management.95% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationImposes tax on large university endowments, reducing funds available for educational programs and operations, aligning with defunding indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Higher Education

Track

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

Track

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

Track

in committee · United States · Senate Mar 11, 2025

S 937: No Student Loans for Campus Criminals Act

No Student Loans for Campus Criminals Act This bill prohibits an individual who is convicted of any federal or state offense related to the individual's conduct at or during the course of a protest at an institution of higher education from receiving certain federal student loan benefits. Specifically, an individual who is convicted of such an offense shall not be eligible to have any covered loan forgiven, cancelled, waived, or modified under the Higher Education Act of 1965, under any executive order, or through any action taken by the Department of Education.  Covered loans refer to Federal Family Education Loans, Federal Direct Loans, Federal Perkins Loans, and loans under the Health Education Assistance Loan Program. Additionally, an individual who is convicted of such an offense shall not be eligible to receive Federal Direct Loans.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeDenies student loan benefits for protest-related convictions, restricting post-conviction rights and opposing rehabilitation-focused reforms.85% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRestricts federal student loan benefits for protesters at higher ed institutions, limiting educational access for a specific group under the Higher Education Act.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

Track

in committee · United States · Senate Dec 16, 2025

S 3507: Put American Students First Act

This bill enforces a federal law prohibiting states from offering in-state tuition rates to undocumented immigrants at public colleges. It requires colleges to verify students' immigration status using the DHS SAVE system annually and charge undocumented students the higher out-of-state rate instead. States that continue providing in-state tuition to undocumented students could lose federal education funding. The bill directly affects undocumented immigrant students in public colleges across 22 states and D.C., as well as the states and institutions currently offering these subsidies.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRestricts undocumented students' access to in-state tuition at public colleges, requiring higher out-of-state rates and threatening federal education funding for non-compliant states.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRestricts in-state tuition access for undocumented students, mandating higher out-of-state rates and potential loss of federal funds for non-compliant states.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid DACA & Dreamers Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement

Track

in committee · United States · Senate Dec 3, 2025

S 3318: American Citizens First Act

The American Citizens First Act restricts federal benefits for noncitizens and strengthens immigration enforcement. It bars noncitizens from receiving most federal benefits, including welfare, food assistance, Medicaid (except emergency services), housing aid, and student loans. The bill also allows revoking citizenship for naturalized citizens convicted of violent protests or acts against the government, expands expedited removal for certain immigrants, and requires security reviews for Afghans admitted since 2021. Additionally, it automatically terminates temporary protected status for nationals from countries where the crime rate among them exceeds the national average by 20%, with semiannual crime rate reports to Congress.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRestricts noncitizen access to federal student loans, limiting higher education funding access per bill's explicit language on student loan bar.85% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareRestricts Medicaid access for noncitizens (except emergencies), directly limiting healthcare coverage under federal benefits95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBars noncitizens from federal housing aid, directly restricting housing assistance programs as part of benefit restrictions.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRestricts noncitizen access to federal benefits including welfare, Medicaid, and housing aid; expands immigration enforcement measures like expedited removal.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Citizenship & Naturalization Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

Track

in committee · United States · Senate Sep 3, 2025

S 2702: Empower Parents to Protect their Kids Act of 2025

S 2702 requires K-12 schools receiving federal funds to obtain parental consent before accommodating students' gender identity expressions that differ from their biological sex. It prohibits schools from hiding such information from parents, encouraging students to conceal gender identity concerns, or facilitating referrals for gender transition procedures without consent. Schools must publicly post compliance policies and provide written policies to families, with violations allowing parents to sue for injunctive relief, attorney fees, and compensation for "harm" from gender transition treatments. The bill directly affects school districts, staff, and families of students under 18, mandating parental involvement in decisions about gender identity accommodations.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill mandates parental consent for gender identity accommodations in K-12 schools, restricting school policies and limiting student support options related to gender identity.92% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareRestricts access to gender transition referrals without parental consent, limiting healthcare access for minors in school settings85% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Safety Student Health

Track