H.R. 2117 reduces the federal government's overreach into postsecondary academic affairs and helps increase access to higher education for disadvantaged students by repealing two federal regulations released by the U.S. Department of Education on October 2010.
Rules Resource for H.R. 2117 - Protecting Academic Freedom in Higher Education Act
Summary
Type of Rule
Structured rule (making only particular amendments in order) for consideration of H.R. 2117. Reported by voice vote.
Amendments
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H.R. 2117 |
Republican |
Democratic |
Bipartisan |
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Submitted |
2 |
6 |
0 |
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Withdrawn |
0 |
1 |
0 |
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Made in Order |
1 |
4 |
0 |
Other Elements of the Rule
- Provides one hour of general debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Education and the Workforce.
- Provides 10 minutes of debate for each of the 5 amendments made in order.
- Provides one motion to recommit with or without instructions.
- Floor Managers: Foxx/McGovern
Floor Action Expected
The rule and the bill are expected to be on the floor: February 28, 2012.