Education

in committee · United States · House Aug 27, 2026

HR 10178: SHIELD Act

The SHIELD Act would prohibit local school districts that receive federal education funds from allowing organizations that provide abortions to distribute information about those services to students on school grounds or through the district's virtual platforms. This ban specifically covers sharing or reposting such materials on social media on behalf of outside abortion providers. The bill defines "abortion-related service" as any medical, surgical, or support care directly related to terminating a pregnancy.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationThe bill restricts the distribution of health information in schools and limits school district autonomy regarding student access to specific services.85% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareThe bill restricts access to information about abortion services in schools, limiting patient education and access to reproductive healthcare options.75% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Aug 13, 2026

HR 10090: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to impose an excise tax on certain institutions of higher education that allow male participation in female intercollegiate athletic programs or events.

HR 10090 would impose a 10 percent excise tax on private colleges and universities that allow individuals defined as biologically male to participate in intercollegiate athletic programs designated for females. The bill defines sex strictly by biological reproductive systems, excluding state institutions from this requirement. To prevent the financial burden of the tax from being shifted to students, the legislation prohibits affected schools from raising tuition or mandatory fees as a result of the liability. These provisions would take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationImposes a financial penalty (excise tax) on higher education institutions based on their athletic policies, restricting institutional autonomy and increasing costs.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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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 · House Jun 11, 2026

HR 9289: Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act of 2026

The Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act of 2026 eliminates a federal tax credit that allowed parents to deduct contributions to scholarship granting organizations from their income. By removing these specific tax breaks, the bill prevents the use of public tax dollars to support private school vouchers and scholarship programs. This change directly affects families who currently rely on these tax incentives to fund education outside the public school system. The provisions take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill eliminates a tax credit, restricting government spending on private school vouchers and reducing public funds allocated to education.95% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill eliminates tax credits funding private school vouchers, restricting public funds for private education.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits School Choice School Funding Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Jun 2, 2026

HR 9103: Merit Restoration Act

The Merit Restoration Act prohibits federal research agencies and grant recipients from using specific diversity, equity, and inclusion practices in their work. This law targets requirements that mandate employees or researchers sign statements or complete training asserting that certain races, sexes, or national origins are inherently superior or inferior. If a recipient is found to have violated these rules, the agency must freeze their funding and may require them to repay any money used during the violation. The restrictions apply to grants awarded on or after the bill becomes law, affecting scientific and medical research funded by the federal government.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts DEI practices in federal research, limiting educational access and academic freedom in higher education.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · House May 26, 2026

HR 9030: No Immigration Without Assimilation Act of 2026

This bill would require the Department of Homeland Security to screen all immigration applicants to determine if they are likely to assimilate into American culture and hold views compatible with U.S. principles. Under the new rules, anyone deemed unlikely to assimilate or holding specific beliefs - such as the need for religious law to supersede American laws, the justification of violence, or the rejection of English language learning - would be denied entry or face deportation. The legislation defines "incompatible views" in detail, explicitly listing beliefs that challenge the U.S. Constitution, democracy, or cultural cohesion as grounds for inadmissibility. Consequently, the bill directly affects prospective immigrants and current residents by making their ability to remain in the country contingent upon passing these ideological and cultural assessments.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts educational access by mandating English language learning and rejecting religious law as a condition for entry, limiting access to education for those deemed incompatible.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigrant access by requiring cultural assimilation and denying entry or deporting those with specific beliefs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement

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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

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in committee · United States · House Jun 26, 2025

HR 4178: Enforce the Caps Act

HR 4178, the "Enforce the Caps Act," sets specific annual spending limits for non-defense discretionary programs in federal budgets from fiscal years 2026 through 2029. It establishes new budget authority ceilings of $1.622 trillion for 2026, increasing to $1.671 trillion by 2029. These caps directly affect federal agencies managing programs like education, transportation, and scientific research by restricting their annual funding levels. The bill amends the 1985 Balanced Budget Act to insert these fixed spending levels into law, creating binding limits for those fiscal years.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill imposes spending caps on non-defense discretionary programs, directly restricting annual funding for agencies managing education programs like K-12 and higher education.85% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill imposes spending caps on non-defense discretionary programs, including transportation, restricting annual funding levels and limiting program flexibility.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Nov 17, 2025

HR 6002: Veterans Earned Education Act

HR 6002, the Veterans Earned Education Act, amends eligibility rules for transferring Post-9/11 GI Bill educational benefits to dependents. It requires veterans to have completed at least 17 years of service (up from 6 years) and be retired under Chapter 61 of Title 10 to qualify for transferring benefits. The bill directly affects active-duty and retired veterans seeking to share their education benefits with family members. These changes tighten the service requirements for beneficiaries who wish to transfer their benefits, without altering the core education benefits themselves.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationTightens eligibility for transferring GI Bill benefits (17 years vs. 6), restricting educational access for veterans' dependents.95% confidence ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransTightens eligibility for benefit transfers (17+ years service vs 6), restricting access to education benefits for veterans' dependents.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Military Families Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

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in committee · United States · House Jan 23, 2025

HR 650: Families’ Rights and Responsibilities Act

HR 650, the Families’ Rights and Responsibilities Act, protects parents’ fundamental right to direct their child’s education, moral or religious upbringing, and health care decisions. It prohibits government (including agencies and officials) from substantially interfering with these parental choices without proving a "compelling governmental interest" using strict scrutiny. The bill applies to all federal laws and programs, allowing parents to challenge government actions in court and seek remedies if their rights are violated. It specifically exempts cases involving serious child safety risks but aims to prevent government overreach in parenting decisions based on disagreement with parental choices. This bill directly affects parents of children under 18 and sets a legal standard for how government can interact with family decisions.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts government interference in parental education decisions, directly limiting curriculum control and government mandates in schools.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects parental rights to make health care decisions for children, preventing government interference without compelling interest.85% confidence

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