Senate blocks Pregnant Students' Rights Act in 47-45 cloture vote

The Senate failed to advance the Pregnant Students' Rights Act (S. 3627) on January 27, 2026, with a 47-45 cloture vote falling short of the 60 votes required to proceed. The bill, which had passed the House 217-211, would have required colleges and universities receiving federal student aid to inform students of their rights and available resources when pregnant. Democrats argued the bill intentionally excluded information about contraception and abortion care, while supporters said it protected pregnant students from institutional discrimination.