College Admissions Accountability Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-04-11T14:12:49Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1253 College Admissions Accountability Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Education. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/11/2025, 2:12 PM

Summary of Bill S 1253

Bill 119 s 1253, also known as the "Office of the Special Inspector General for Unlawful Discrimination in Higher Education Act," aims to create a new office within the Department of Education. This office, the Office of the Special Inspector General for Unlawful Discrimination in Higher Education, will be responsible for investigating and addressing instances of unlawful discrimination in higher education institutions.

The bill outlines the duties and powers of this new office, which include conducting audits and investigations, issuing reports, and making recommendations to the Department of Education and Congress. The office will also have the authority to subpoena witnesses and documents related to cases of unlawful discrimination.

The goal of this legislation is to ensure that all students have equal access to education and are not discriminated against based on factors such as race, gender, or disability. By establishing this new office, lawmakers hope to hold higher education institutions accountable for any discriminatory practices and promote a more inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students. Overall, Bill 119 s 1253 seeks to address the issue of unlawful discrimination in higher education and provide a mechanism for investigating and addressing these cases within the Department of Education.

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Current Status of Bill S 1253

Bill S 1253 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 2, 2025. Bill S 1253 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on April 2, 2025. Bill S 1253's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of April 2, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1253

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1253

A bill to establish the Office of the Special Inspector General for Unlawful Discrimination in Higher Education within the Department of Education.A bill to establish the Office of the Special Inspector General for Unlawful Discrimination in Higher Education within the Department of Education.

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