H.R. 2634 requires public colleges and universities that receive federal student aid funding to educate students about their First Amendment rights to free speech. Under this bill, schools must provide all new and transfer students with a written statement explaining their constitutional free speech protections and the institution's commitment to freedom of expression, along with educational materials covering campus policies that protect expression and lessons on respectfully expressing diverse viewpoints. Schools must also post this written statement on their public websites. The legislation applies to any public higher education institution participating in federal student aid programs (Title IV funding) and takes effect as a condition of that participation, though no new funding or specific timeline is provided in the bill.
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