Stop CRT Act

Stop CRT Act

This bill grants Executive Order 13950 the force and effect of law. That order prohibits federal agencies and contractors from advancing specified policies or training related to race or sex and was revoked by Executive Order 13985 on January 20, 2021.

Bill 118 HR 1229, also known as the Stop CRT Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress that aims to prohibit the teaching of Critical Race Theory (CRT) in federally funded educational programs. CRT is a theoretical framework that examines how systemic racism is embedded in American society and institutions.

The Stop CRT Act seeks to prevent federal funds from being used to promote or teach CRT in K-12 schools, colleges, and universities. It also prohibits federal agencies from promoting or endorsing CRT in any way. The bill states that CRT promotes division and discrimination, and that it is not in the best interest of students or the country as a whole.

Supporters of the Stop CRT Act argue that CRT is divisive and teaches students to view themselves and others through the lens of race, rather than as individuals. They believe that CRT promotes a victim mentality and perpetuates racial tensions. Opponents of the bill argue that CRT is an important tool for understanding and addressing systemic racism in America. They believe that banning the teaching of CRT limits students' ability to critically analyze and understand the complexities of race and racism in society. The Stop CRT Act has sparked debate and controversy among lawmakers, educators, and the public. It remains to be seen whether the bill will gain enough support to pass in Congress and become law.