To provide for equal protection of the law and to prohibit discrimination and preferential treatment on the basis of race, color, or national origin in Federal actions, and for other purposes.

1/24/2025, 9:20 AM
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, Education and Workforce, and House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 119 HR 711, also known as the "Equal Protection Act," aims to ensure that all individuals are treated equally under the law and to prohibit discrimination and preferential treatment based on race, color, or national origin in Federal actions. The bill seeks to uphold the principle of equal protection for all individuals, regardless of their background.

If passed, this legislation would have significant implications for how the Federal government operates and interacts with individuals. It would prohibit any form of discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, color, or national origin in Federal actions, ensuring that all individuals are treated fairly and equally.

The bill also includes provisions to address any instances of discrimination or preferential treatment that may occur, providing a mechanism for individuals to seek recourse if they believe they have been unfairly treated. This would help to ensure that the principles of equal protection are upheld and enforced in all Federal actions. Overall, Bill 119 HR 711 seeks to promote equality and fairness in the Federal government's actions and interactions with individuals, regardless of their race, color, or national origin. If passed, this legislation would have a significant impact on how the Federal government operates and would help to ensure that all individuals are treated equally under the law.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 711

Introduced on
2025-01-23

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, Education and Workforce, and House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 119 HR 711, also known as the "Equal Protection Act," aims to ensure that all individuals are treated equally under the law and to prohibit discrimination and preferential treatment based on race, color, or national origin in Federal actions. The bill seeks to uphold the principle of equal protection for all individuals, regardless of their background.

If passed, this legislation would have significant implications for how the Federal government operates and interacts with individuals. It would prohibit any form of discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, color, or national origin in Federal actions, ensuring that all individuals are treated fairly and equally.

The bill also includes provisions to address any instances of discrimination or preferential treatment that may occur, providing a mechanism for individuals to seek recourse if they believe they have been unfairly treated. This would help to ensure that the principles of equal protection are upheld and enforced in all Federal actions. Overall, Bill 119 HR 711 seeks to promote equality and fairness in the Federal government's actions and interactions with individuals, regardless of their race, color, or national origin. If passed, this legislation would have a significant impact on how the Federal government operates and would help to ensure that all individuals are treated equally under the law.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo provide for equal protection of the law and to prohibit discrimination and preferential treatment on the basis of race, color, or national origin in Federal actions, and for other purposes.

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Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, Education and Workforce, and House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for considera...