HR 8379·Federal·house
Freedom from Ideological Requirements in Employment Act
In CommitteeFiled Apr 20, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Letlow, Julia [R-LA-5] (R)
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Apr 20, 2026
Summary
The bill forbids any use of federal money to make civil‑service applicants or employees take diversity, equity and inclusion training or sign DEI‑related statements. It applies to all federal hiring and ongoing employment, but does not change existing rules that prevent sexual harassment. Supporters argue it removes ideological conditions from federal jobs.
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