H.R. 4795Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act of 2026

What the bill would do

This bill prohibits institutions of higher education (IHEs) that participate in federal student aid programs from engaging in boycotts against Israel. Specifically, IHEs may not engage in a commercial action intended to limit commercial relations with Israel, or with an entity licensed by, regulated by, or organized under the laws of Israel, that is not based on a valid business reason.

Summary by the Congressional Research Service. Last updated Aug 28, 2026.

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