Pregnant Students’ Rights Act

# Summary of the Pregnant Students' Rights Act (HR 6359) **What the bill does:** The Pregnant Students' Rights Act requires colleges and universities that receive federal student aid to provide information to students about resources and support available for those who are pregnant or may become pregnant. Specifically, schools would need to inform students about on-campus and community resources to help pregnant students carry pregnancies to term, what accommodations are available (such as flexible scheduling or housing adjustments), and how to file complaints if they experience discrimination based on their decision to carry a pregnancy to term. **Who it affects:** The bill applies to all colleges and universities that participate in federal student aid programs, which covers the vast majority of higher education institutions.

It directly impacts pregnant students and students considering pregnancy, as well as the schools themselves, which would need to compile and distribute this information. **Current status:** The bill has passed the House of Representatives. It would need to be approved by the Senate and signed by the President to become law.