HR 7607 117th Congress House Education

HARVARD Act

Introduced: May 17, 2022 See on congress.gov

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Apr 27, 2022

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Apr 27, 2022

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Helping Applicants Receive Valid and Reasonable Decisions Act or the HARVARD Act

This bill requires an institution of higher education (IHE) that participates in federal student-aid programs and considers personality traits of applicants in making admission determinations to publicly disclose specified information related to personality traits. Personality traits refer to the patterns of an individual with respect to behaviors, thoughts, and emotions and may include patterns relating to humor, sensitivity, grit, leadership, integrity, helpfulness, courage, and kindness.

Specifically, the IHE must make available on its public website and application materials (1) a statement informing applicants of the use of personality traits in making admission determinations, (2) the rationale for such use of personality traits, (3) a description of the process under which personality traits are considered, and (4) the standards and criteria used for rating personality traits.

What's happening now April 27, 2022

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

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