Bill · S. 227· Senate(119-S-227)
PEACE Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 1/23/2025
- Last activity
- 1/23/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
- Sponsored by
- James Risch
- Cosponsors
- - 4 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The PEACE Act of 2025 seeks to restrict how certain federal funds are used for American History and Civics Education. It would prohibit these funds from supporting any curriculum, teaching, or counseling that promotes or compels what it defines as a "divisive concept." These concepts are tied to priorities noticed in a specific Department of Education proposed rule. The bill specifically targets topics such as race stereotyping, race scapegoating, and various claims regarding inherent racism or guilt based on race.
Yes
Would white Americans be better off under this?+3
The bill aims to prevent teachings that may cause guilt or psychological distress based on race.
Does this give the federal government more power?+3
The bill expands federal oversight regarding the content of educational curricula.
The opposite· 3 of 9
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?-4
The bill restricts curriculum that explores systemic racism and racial responsibility, which may hinder racial equity education.
Would Black Americans be better off under this?-3
The bill restricts instruction related to racial history and systemic racism.
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?-3
The bill restricts instruction related to racial history and systemic racism.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Prevention of certain racial teachings: According to Section 2, the bill would prevent the use of funds for teaching that claims one race is inherently superior to another or that the United States is fundamentally racist.
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Protection against psychological distress: Section 2(A)(viii) prohibits using funds for concepts that suggest an individual should feel guilt, anguish, or psychological distress because of their race.
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Prevention of race-based character judgments: Section 2(A)(vi) ensures funds cannot be used for teachings that claim an individual's moral character is determined by their race.
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Limiting discrimination and scapegoating: Section 2(A)(ii) and (iv) prevent the use of funds for concepts regarding race scapegoating or the idea that individuals should be discriminated against based on race.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Restriction of curriculum content: Section 2(A) could prevent the use of funds for curriculum that teaches that an individual bears responsibility for actions committed by others of the same race.
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Limitation on meritocracy discussions: Section 2(A)(ix) would prohibit the use of funds for any curriculum that suggests meritocracy or traits like a hard work ethic are racist or were created to oppress others.
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Constraint on historical or social instruction: Section 2(A)(ii) would restrict the use of funds for teaching that the United States is fundamentally racist.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For White Americans+3Good For African Americans-3Good For Asian Americans-3Good For Hispanic Americans-3Good For Native Americans-3Good For Students-2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity-4Improves Freedom Of Speech-3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Public School Funding-2
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+3Improves Freedom Of Speech-2
- 9/15/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/23/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Mike CrapoRepublican · Idaho
Cynthia LummisRepublican · Wyoming
David McCormickRepublican · Pennsylvania
Tim SheehyRepublican · Montana