This legislation, titled the "Protect Equality And Civics Education Act of 2025," seeks to prohibit the use of federal funds allocated for American History and Civics Education programs. Specifically, it prevents these funds from being used for curriculum, teaching, or counseling that promotes or compels what the bill defines as a "divisive concept." The prohibition directly references priorities outlined in a proposed rule from the Department of Education concerning these educational areas. The bill explicitly defines "divisive concepts" to include race stereotyping or race scapegoating . It further specifies that promoting ideas such as one race being inherently superior, the United States being fundamentally racist, or an individual bearing responsibility for past actions of their race would fall under this prohibition. Additionally, concepts suggesting that meritocracy or a strong work ethic are racist, or that individuals should feel discomfort or guilt based on their race, are also deemed divisive and would be ineligible for federal funding under this Act.