Amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to modify criteria for accrediting agencies and associations for institutions of higher education.
The Fairness in Higher Education Accreditation Act amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to modify the criteria for recognition of accrediting agencies or associations for institutions of higher education. It prohibits accrediting agencies from considering factors such as the race, color, sex, or national origin of students, faculty, or staff in their accreditation process. It also allows institutions to adopt lawful policies regarding free inquiry, except for certain religious institutions.
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