Equal Campus Access Act of 2025

The Equal Campus Access Act of 2025 aims to ensure that religious student organizations at public colleges and universities receive the same rights and privileges as other student groups. Under this proposal, any public institution of higher education that receives federal funding would be prohibited from denying a religious student group official recognition, access to campus facilities, or other benefits based on the group's religious beliefs, practices, or leadership standards.

If enacted, the bill would require schools to allow religious organizations to select their leaders based on their specific faith requirements without facing discrimination from the university. Schools that fail to comply with these standards would risk losing their eligibility for federal financial support. The legislation seeks to codify protections that prevent universities from excluding faith-based groups from campus life due to their religious identity or speech.