RepublicanBill · H.R. 3518· House(119-HR-3518)

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to prohibit graduate medical schools from receiving Federal financial assistance if such schools adopt certain policies and requirements relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Rep. Murphy
Age: 63 years
North Carolina
Introduced
5/20/2025
Last activity
5/20/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsored by
Gregory Murphy
Cosponsors
Republican - 16Democrat - 0
Education
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill seeks to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 regarding graduate medical schools. It would prohibit these schools from receiving Federal financial assistance or participating in student loan programs unless they submit specific certifications to the Secretary. These certifications require the school to avoid certain diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, such as compelling individuals to state specific tenets regarding race or sex. The bill also prohibits actions that distinguish or classify students based on race, ethnicity, color, or national origin. Additionally, it bans the establishment of diversity, equity, and inclusion offices and the requirement of diversity statements.

Yes· 3 of 5

  • Does this give the federal government more power?+5

    The bill increases federal oversight of graduate medical school policies via funding conditions.

  • Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?+5

    The bill protects against compelled speech regarding diversity tenets.

  • Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion?+5

    The bill includes provisions that protect institutions with a religious mission from being compelled to act against their tenets.

The opposite· 3 of 6

  • Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?-5

    The bill restricts diversity initiatives and could impact programs aimed at addressing racial inequities in medical education.

  • Would Black Americans be better off under this?-3

    The elimination of DEI offices and diversity statements may negatively impact institutions' ability to support African American students.

  • Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?-3

    The restrictions on diversity-related policies could impact programs benefiting Hispanic students.