Via press release from GOP Rep. Michael Cloud:
Congressman Michael Cloud (TX-27) and Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) have introduced the Dismantle DEI Act, a bill to codify into law President Trump’s agenda dismantling so-called Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs across the federal government. This legislation ensures that Trump’s actions are permanently enshrined in law, preventing future administrations from reviving these divisive and wasteful policies.
When President Biden took office, he issued Executive Order 13985, embedding DEI into nearly every federal agency. These programs required agencies to prioritize racial, gender, and identity preferences over merit and performance. Biden further expanded this by creating “Chief Diversity Officers” and mandating “Equity Action Plans,” diverting taxpayer dollars toward programs that undermined fairness and promoted division.
On day one of his Presidency, Donald Trump reversed these actions by issuing an executive order to rescind DEI mandates, eliminate related offices, and halt programs promoting these divisive policies. The Dismantle DEI Act complements Trump’s actions by permanently banning such programs and ensuring they cannot be brought back under new names or disguised titles.
Read the full press release.