H.R. 2100, The Equal Opportunity Protection and Civil Rights Restoration Act of 2007

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H.R. 2100 would provide for equal protection of the law and prohibit discrimination and preferential treatment on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in Federal actions.

Detailed Summary

Equal Opportunity Protection and Civil Rights Restoration Act of 2007 - Prohibits discrimination or preferences in federal employment and contracting and other federal programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex. Prohibits requiring or encouraging any federal contractor or subcontractor to so discriminate or grant a preference.

Prohibits states and private entities that receive federal financial assistance from so discriminating or granting a preference in connection with any contract or subcontract, employment, or admission to any educational institution.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 7/17/2007: Referred to House subcommittee. Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions.

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