S. 3627: Pregnant Students’ Rights Act

The Pregnant Students’ Rights Act is a proposed law aimed at ensuring that pregnant students in higher education are informed about their rights and the resources available to them. Here’s what the bill entails:

Information for Pregnant Students

Under this bill, all institutions of higher education that receive federal funding are required to share specific information with both current and prospective students regarding the rights and accommodations for pregnant students. This includes:

• A list of resources available on campus and in the community to assist pregnant students in carrying their pregnancies to term and caring for their babies afterward.
• Details on various accommodations offered by the institution to support pregnant students in continuing their education.
• Guidance on how to report complaints related to potential discrimination under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, should a student feel their rights have been violated due to their pregnancy.

Mandatory Information Dissemination

The bill outlines required actions for how this information should be communicated:

• Institutions must send an email to all enrolled students at least once a year regarding these rights and resources.
• The information should also be included in various formats, such as:
• Student handbooks
• Orientation sessions for new students
• Health and counseling centers
• Institutional websites that are publicly available

Limitations and Clarifications

The legislation specifies that the secretary should not impose the requirement to provide additional information or rights beyond what is contained in this section of the bill.

Objective

The overall goal of the Pregnant Students’ Rights Act is to create an environment that supports and protects the rights of pregnant students, helping them to successfully manage their responsibilities both academically and personally while pregnant.

Relevant Companies

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