Accreditation for College Excellence Act of 2025

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Explore the details of House Bill 2516 Accreditation for College Excellence Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Education. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/7/2025, 12:52 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2516

Bill 119 HR 2516, also known as the "Prohibition of Political Litmus Tests in Higher Education Accreditation Act," aims to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to prevent political bias from influencing the accreditation process for institutions of higher education. The bill seeks to ensure that accreditation decisions are based on academic quality and standards, rather than political ideology.

If passed, this legislation would prohibit accrediting agencies from using political litmus tests when evaluating colleges and universities. This means that institutions would not be judged based on their political beliefs or affiliations, but rather on their educational programs, faculty qualifications, and student outcomes.

The bill also includes provisions to promote transparency and accountability in the accreditation process. Accrediting agencies would be required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest and provide clear explanations for their accreditation decisions. Overall, the goal of Bill 119 HR 2516 is to uphold the integrity of the higher education accreditation system and ensure that institutions are evaluated fairly and objectively. By removing political bias from the accreditation process, the bill aims to protect academic freedom and promote a diverse and inclusive higher education system.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2516

Bill HR 2516 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 31, 2025. Bill HR 2516 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 31, 2025. Bill HR 2516's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of March 31, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2516

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2516

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Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2516

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to prohibit political litmus tests in accreditation of institutions of higher education, and for other purposes.To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to prohibit political litmus tests in accreditation of institutions of higher education, and for other purposes.

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