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Introduced
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
In Committee
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to authorize a grant program to support institutions of higher education in hiring veterans as campus security, to prohibit Federal funding for Equity Assistance Centers, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "Veterans in Campus Safety Act," establishes a grant program administered by the Secretary of Education to provide funding to colleges and universities, referred to as "institutions of higher education," to hire veterans as campus security personnel. A "veteran" is defined according to federal law, and the terms "campus" and "institution of higher education" are defined by referencing existing sections of the Higher Education Act of 1965. The bill also prohibits the use of any federal funds to support "Equity Assistance Centers," which are described in federal regulations, or any similar centers.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (on 01/08/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/3601/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/s3601/BILLS-119s3601is.pdf |
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