# Dismantle DEI Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary

## What This Bill Does

The Dismantle DEI Act of 2025 seeks to eliminate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs and initiatives across the federal government and organizations receiving federal funding. The bill would rescind several executive orders related to racial equity, gender identity protections, and diversity initiatives. It defines "prohibited diversity, equity, or inclusion practices" as activities that it characterizes as discriminatory based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, or national origin—including mandatory training programs that discuss systemic inequalities or historical disadvantages faced by particular groups.

## Key Provisions

The bill would:
- **Close DEI offices** within federal agencies and prohibit federal employees from working on DEI initiatives
- **Ban certain training programs** that discuss concepts like systemic racism, privilege, or oppression based on protected characteristics
- **Restrict federal contracting and grants** by requiring contractors and grant recipients to certify they don't engage in DEI practices
- **Apply restrictions to education** by influencing accreditation standards and prohibiting federal education funding for DEI programs
- **Extend to private sector entities** receiving federal funds, including housing finance agencies, health organizations, and defense contractors

## Who Would Be Affected

- **Federal employees and agencies** would lose DEI positions and programs
- **Private companies and nonprofits** receiving federal contracts or grants would face restrictions on diversity initiatives
- **Educational institutions** and accrediting bodies would face new compliance requirements
- **Individuals and groups** who have benefited from or supported equity-focused programs and initiatives