FALCONS Act

This bill would ban the nation’s five Federal service academies from using federal money to create classes, training, or other education based on critical race theory or on diversity, equity, and inclusion. It names the Military, Naval, Air Force, Coast Guard, and Merchant Marine Academies as covered schools.

Key points:

• Who is affected: Students, faculty, and staff at the five Federal service academies.
• What changes: No federal funds could be used to set up curriculum or provide training based on critical race theory or diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Where: West Point, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, Coast Guard Academy, and Merchant Marine Academy.
• When: The text provided does not state an effective date; it sets the prohibition if enacted into law.