Bill · S. 3627· Senate(119-S-3627)
Pregnant Students’ Rights Act
- Introduced
- 1/13/2026
- Last activity
- 1/27/2026 — Cloture on the motion to proceed to the measure not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 45. Record Vote Number: 12. (CR S286)
- Sponsored by
- Ashley Moody
- Cosponsors
- - 24 - 0
- Introduced
What this bill would do
The "Pregnant Students' Rights Act" requires institutions of higher education participating in certain programs to share specific information with prospective and enrolled students. This information focuses on the rights, accommodations, and resources available to students who are pregnant or may become pregnant while enrolled. The goal is to provide details regarding carrying a baby to term and caring for the baby after birth. Institutions must distribute this information through various methods, including email and student handbooks. It also includes procedures for filing complaints regarding Title IX violations related to these determinations.
Yes· 3 of 7
Would women be better off under this?+6
The bill directly supports women in higher education by ensuring they know their rights and available accommodations during pregnancy.
Would students be better off under this?+5
The bill mandates the dissemination of important information regarding rights, accommodations, and complaint procedures for pregnant students.
Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated?+5
The bill protects and informs students about their rights and accommodations related to pregnancy, which helps mitigate gender-based discrimination in higher education.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
What Congress actually voted on
One recorded vote has been taken on this bill.
None of them settled the bill — every vote so far has been about whether to keep going.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Access to Support Information: The bill requires schools to provide a list of campus and community resources intended to help pregnant students carry a baby to term and care for the baby after birth (Section 2, paragraph 2, sub-paragraph A).
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Clarity on Accommodations: Students will receive information regarding specific accommodations available to help them carry a baby to term and parent the baby after birth (Section 2, paragraph 2, sub-paragraph B).
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Established Complaint Procedures: The bill provides a clear path for students to file complaints with the Department of Education or the institution if they believe they have been discriminated against or if there was a Title IX violation due to their determination to carry a baby to term (Section 2, paragraph 2, sub-paragraph C).
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Consistent Communication: By requiring annual emails and information at orientations, handbooks, and on websites, the bill ensures that students are informed of their rights and available resources (Section 2, paragraph 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly detailed in the provided text.
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 Women+6Good For Students+5Good For Young Adults+4Good For Low Income Households+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Gender Equality+5Improves Childcare Affordability+2
- Education And Technology
- Improves College Affordability+2
- 7/27/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/30/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/27/2026
- Cloture on the motion to proceed to the measure not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 45. Record Vote Number: 12. (CR S286)
- 8 Cosponsors added.
- 1/15/2026
- Motion to proceed to consideration of measure made in Senate. (consideration: CR S262)
- Cloture motion on the motion to proceed presented in Senate. (CR S262)
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 1/14/2026
- Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 300.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/13/2026
- Introduced in the Senate. Read the first time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Read the First Time.
- 10 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
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