HB1948

Prohibiting institutions of higher education that receive State grants or loans from entering into certain agreements; and providing for enforcement by the Office of Attorney General.

Introduced·10/16/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB1948 prohibits institutions of higher education receiving state grants or loans from entering into certain federal agreements.

Pennsylvania HB1948 amends Title 24 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to prohibit institutions of higher education that receive state grants or loans from entering into certain agreements with the federal government. These agreements must not limit the institution's ability to make decisions on admissions, hiring, academic curriculum, disciplinary policies, tuition, grading policies, freedom of speech, and treatment of students. Enforcement involves institutions notifying awarding agencies of violations and repaying any grants or loans received.

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Education Committee
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History

Oct 16, 2025

House

Referred to Education