What does Preamble of HR 2276 do?

This bill aims to prohibit Federal funds to schools promoting certain race-based theories. The bill was introduced to the House of Representatives. It was referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 2276 do?

This bill is formally titled the Combating Racist Teaching in Schools Act

What does PROHIBITION ON AWARD OF FEDERAL FUNDS TO CERTAIN SCHOOLS. of HR 2276 do?

This section prohibits the allocation of federal funds to elementary and secondary schools and institutions of higher education that promote specific race-based theories or compel affirmation of beliefs violating Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The listed race-based theories include assertions of racial superiority/inferiority, claims that the United States is fundamentally racist, and assertions that the Declaration of Independence or Constitution are fundamentally racist. The definition of 'promote' includes incorporating these theories into curricula, hiring speakers to advocate them, compelling students to profess belief in them, or segregating individuals by race. The section clarifies that it does not restrict speech outside of school settings or prevent access to materials for research or independent study. Covered schools are defined as elementary schools, secondary schools, and institutions of higher education. Terms like 'elementary school,' 'local educational agency,' 'secondary school,' and 'State' are defined using the meanings from the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965.

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CRT Act — HR. 2276

Last updated: 3/21/2025 · Introduced: 3/21/2025

Author: Chip Roy (R-TX)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill prohibits federal funds from being allocated to schools that promote specific race-based theories, including assertions of racial superiority or inferiority and claims that the United States is fundamentally racist.
The prohibition applies to elementary and secondary schools, as well as institutions of higher education, if they incorporate these theories into curricula, hire speakers to advocate them, or compel students to profess belief in them.
The bill does not restrict speech outside of school settings or prevent access to materials for research or independent study.

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