Eliminate DEI in the Military Act

H.R. 461, the Eliminate DEI in the Military Act, would ban the use of federal funds for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs within the Armed Forces, the military service academies, and the Department of Defense. This would apply to DEI-related training, initiatives, and activities funded by the federal government. The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having been introduced in the House in January 2025 and referred to committee for consideration.

If enacted, this bill would eliminate federal funding for DEI programs in military contexts. This could affect training programs, recruitment initiatives, and organizational policies related to diversity and inclusion within the Department of Defense and military branches. The practical impact would depend on the scope of programs currently funded and how the prohibition would be implemented across different military departments and agencies.