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No CRT Act

12/31/2022, 8:59 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5328

Bill 117 HR 5328, also known as the No 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 No CRT Act seeks to prevent federal funds from being used to promote or teach CRT in any educational setting, including K-12 schools, colleges, and universities. The bill argues that CRT promotes division and discrimination by focusing on race and perpetuating a victim mentality among students.

Supporters of the No 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 negative view of America and undermines the principles of equality and unity. Opponents of the bill argue that CRT is an important tool for understanding and addressing systemic racism in the United States. They believe that banning the teaching of CRT limits academic freedom and stifles important conversations about race and inequality. Overall, the No CRT Act is a controversial piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over how race and racism are addressed in educational settings. It remains to be seen whether the bill will gain enough support to become law.

Congressional Summary of HR 5328

No Corrupt Racist Training Act or the No CRT Act

This bill directs the Department of Education to make grants to parents of eligible students for certain education-related expenses. Eligible student refers to a student who (1) is served by a local educational agency that, for the 2021-2022 school year, teaches or advances certain curricula or other activities related to race; and (2) is from a household with a household income that is less than 250% of the reduced-price lunch rate income.

Grant funds may be used for tuition and fees for private elementary or secondary schools, private tutoring, home school expenses, or educational materials.

Current Status of Bill HR 5328

Bill HR 5328 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 22, 2021. Bill HR 5328 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 22, 2021.  Bill HR 5328's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of September 22, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5328

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
26
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
26
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5328

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5328

To direct the Secretary of Education to establish a grant program to make grants to the parents of students served by local educational agencies that teach critical race theory, and for other purposes.
No CRT Act
No CRT Act
No Corrupt Racist Training Act

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