H.R. 6359: Pregnant Students’ Rights Act
This bill, known as the Pregnant Students’ Rights Act, aims to support pregnant students in higher education by ensuring they are informed of their rights and the resources available to them. It proposes that colleges and universities participating in federal education programs must provide clear information on the rights, accommodations, and resources for students who are pregnant or may become pregnant while enrolled. Specifically, the bill outlines the following:
Information Dissemination Requirements
- Institutions must inform both prospective and currently enrolled students, including part-time students, about their rights and services available to help them carry a baby to term.
- This information should include resources for carrying a pregnancy to term and support for parenting after the baby is born.
Content of Information
Colleges shall include information on the following:
- A list of campus and community resources designed to assist pregnant students in their pregnancy and subsequent parenting.
- Details of the accommodations available to help pregnant students manage their schoolwork while pregnant and afterward.
- Instructions on how to file complaints with the Department of Education or the institution if they believe their rights under Title IX (which protects students against discrimination based on sex) have been violated due to their pregnancy.
Methods of Dissemination
Institutions are required to share this information through various channels, including:
- Sending an email to all enrolled students at least once per academic year.
- Including the information in student handbooks.
- Discussing the information during student orientation sessions.
- Providing this information at health or counseling centers on campus.
- Posting the information on the institution’s official public website.
Limitations
The bill clarifies that it does not give the Secretary of Education the authority to require additional information or establish new rights outside of what is included in the bill itself.
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Actions
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| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Jan. 26, 2026 | Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 303. |
| Jan. 22, 2026 | Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1333-1334) |
| Jan. 22, 2026 | Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1009. (consideration: CR H1325-1330) |
| Jan. 22, 2026 | DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 6359. |
| Jan. 22, 2026 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| Jan. 22, 2026 | Ms. Bonamici moved to recommit to the Committee on Education and Workforce. (text: CR H1330) |
| Jan. 22, 2026 | On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 213 - 216 (Roll no. 46). |
| Jan. 22, 2026 | On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 211 (Roll no. 47). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H1325) |
| Jan. 22, 2026 | Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 211 (Roll no. 47). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H1325) |
| Jan. 22, 2026 | POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 6359, the Chair put the question on motion to recommit and by voice vote, announced that the noes prevailed. Ms. Bonamici demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced. |
| Jan. 22, 2026 | Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 6945, H.R. 6359 and H.J. Res. 140. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 6945, H.R. 6359, and H.J. Res. 140 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each measure. |
| Jan. 22, 2026 | The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX. |
| Jan. 22, 2026 | The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. |
| Jan. 20, 2026 | Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1009 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 6945, H.R. 6359 and H.J. Res. 140. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 6945, H.R. 6359, and H.J. Res. 140 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each measure. |
| Jan. 14, 2026 | Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 382. |
| Jan. 14, 2026 | Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Workforce. H. Rept. 119-447. |
| Jan. 08, 2026 | Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held |
| Jan. 08, 2026 | Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 21 - 15. |
| Dec. 02, 2025 | Introduced in House |
| Dec. 02, 2025 | Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. |
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