Bills · S 382
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 382Civil actions and liabilityEmployment and training programs
Dismantle DEI Act of 2025
INTRO FEB 4· LAST ACTION FEB 4
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenIf this bill becomes law, it would significantly change how the federal government approaches diversity, equity, and inclusion. It would eliminate many existing programs and policies that aim to promote these values, potentially leading to a different workplace culture and approach to hiring, promotion, and training within federal agencies, as well as among federal contractors and grantees.
Voters who believe that DEI initiatives are divisive, promote reverse discrimination, or are an unnecessary use of taxpayer money would likely support this bill as a move towards a more 'colorblind' government. Conversely, voters who believe that DEI initiatives are crucial for addressing historical inequalities, promoting a more representative and equitable workforce, and ensuring fair opportunities for all might view this as a significant setback, potentially harming efforts to support underserved communities and prevent discrimination.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Defines a 'prohibited diversity, equity, or inclusion practice' to include discriminating based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, biological sex, or national origin, and requiring mandatory training or assent to statements asserting group superiority or inferiority.
This definition is central as it sets the specific scope of activities the bill seeks to stop across the federal government and related entities.
PROVISION 02
Rescinds several specific Executive Orders and National Security Memoranda that currently advance racial equity, combat discrimination based on gender identity/sexual orientation, establish a Gender Policy Council, and promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the federal workforce.
This provision immediately cancels existing federal policies that guide DEI efforts, fundamentally altering the government's approach to these issues.
PROVISION 03
Requires federal agencies to close, terminate, and wind up any offices or programs that were established to carry out the rescinded Executive Orders, including the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility within the Office of Personnel Management, and prohibits reassigning staff from these roles.
This leads to structural changes within federal agencies by dismantling existing DEI infrastructure and can result in job reductions for employees in those positions.
PROVISION 04
Directs the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to revise all its regulations, policies, and training materials to be consistent with this Act and to rescind any materials developed to comply with the now-canceled DEI executive orders.
This ensures that the central agency managing federal employment will align its entire operational framework with the bill's prohibitions, affecting all federal employees.
PROVISION 05
Prohibits the use of federal funds for any 'prohibited diversity, equity, or inclusion practice' across various federal operations including offices, training, contracting, and grants.
This provision creates a financial constraint, preventing federal money from being spent on activities that fall under the defined prohibited practices.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 20
R· Missouri
YRS IN OFFICE
3
BILLS LED
57
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 0 REP 20 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 4
Introduced in Senate
FEB 4
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 382
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 4, 2025
Last actionFeb 4, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HOMELAND SECURITY AND GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 4, 2025
Senate BillS 382Civil actions and liabilityEmployment and training programs
Dismantle DEI Act of 2025
INTRODUCED FEB 4, 2025· LAST ACTION FEB 4, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
36 min
COSPONSORS
20
COMPLEXITY
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