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Equity and Inclusion Enforcement Act of 2021

Introduced: February 2, 2021 Introduced by: Scott, Robert C. "Bobby" Democratic · Virginia See on congress.gov

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Nov 23, 2021

Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Labor. H. Rept. 117-177, Part I.

Jul 15, 2021

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 27 - 19.

Jul 15, 2021

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

Mar 22, 2021

Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Feb 2, 2021

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Labor, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Feb 2, 2021

Introduced in House

Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Equity and Inclusion Enforcement Act of 2021

This bill authorizes private civil causes of action for disparate impact violations (to the same extent as intentional violations) of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in federally funded programs or activities.

Education programs that receive financial assistance authorized or extended by the Department of Education (ED) must designate at least one Title VI compliance coordinator to carry out responsibilities, investigate complaints, and provide assistance to ensure students and employees are aware of their rights and responsibilities.

The bill requires ED to appoint a Special Assistant for Equity and Inclusion to (1) promote, coordinate, and evaluate efforts to engender program compliance and inform individuals of their rights; and (2) advise ED on matters relating to compliance.

What's happening now November 23, 2021

Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Labor. H. Rept. 117-177, Part I.

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