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US HR8110

US HR8110
Campus Free Speech Restoration Act


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Introduced
08/25/2020
In Committee
08/25/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

116th Congress

Bill Summary

Generally prohibits public institutions of higher education (IHEs) that participate in federal student-aid programs from restricting noncommercial expressive activities (e.g., peacefully assembling, distributing literature, or carrying signs) on campus. It also requires private IHEs that receive federal funds to provide students with their policies related to expressive rights.

AI Summary

This bill, the Campus Free Speech Restoration Act, generally prohibits public institutions of higher education (IHEs) that participate in federal student-aid programs from restricting noncommercial expressive activities, such as peacefully assembling or distributing literature, on campus. It also requires private IHEs that receive federal funds to provide students with their policies related to expressive rights, and establishes a review process for the Secretary of Education to investigate and address any restrictions on student expression at public or private IHEs that receive federal funding.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. (on 08/25/2020)

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