Merit Restoration Act
Rep. Norman Introduces Merit Restoration Act to Ban DEI Practices in Federal Research Grants
The Merit Restoration Act is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It was recently sent to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology for review. No further actions are scheduled at this time, and the bill is considered active.
Legislative Progress
This bill addresses a highly partisan issue and currently lacks the bipartisan support needed to move through a divided Congress.
Key Points
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Tribal members and Native American researchers have historically been underrepresented in federally funded research. DEI-related programs at universities and agencies have helped recruit and support Indigenous researchers. The bill's broad prohibition could eliminate targeted outreach and support programs designed to bring tribal perspectives into research, potentially reducing tribal participation in federal science.
“discriminating for or against any person on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, biological sex, or national origin”
Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Merit Restoration Act
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