Prohibit federal funding for diversity equity and inclusion offices at public colleges and universities.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with Eliminate DEI in Colleges Act?
The Eliminate DEI in Colleges Act, known as H.R. 1282, has remained in the House Committee on Education and Workforce since February 12, 2025. The committee members must choose to hold a vote for the bill to advance, but most legislation fails to receive a committee vote and dies in this stage. No action has occurred on this proposal since February 12, 2025.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by Eliminate DEI in Colleges Act (H.R. 1282 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
Next up: A house committee · Nothing moves until they act.
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from H.R. 8708 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 8708 (118th) →
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Who’s behind it
Gus Bilirakis (R-FL)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.