The proposed bill, titled the "Keep Accreditation About Academics Act," seeks to prohibit accrediting agencies from considering or reviewing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, programs, or practices when making accreditation decisions for institutions of higher education in Michigan. Specifically, the bill mandates that accrediting agencies must not base their accreditation decisions on DEI factors, collect related information, or require diversity statements from institutions or their employees. It also requires that decision-makers involved in accreditation processes are not presented with any information regarding DEI policies.

To enforce these provisions, the bill allows for civil actions to be brought against accrediting agencies by current or former students, employees, or contractors of the affected institutions. The Attorney General can also take action on behalf of the state, with the ability to investigate and seek remedies under existing civil rights and consumer protection laws. If an accrediting agency violates the bill's provisions, it may be liable for attorney fees, damages equal to three times the fees paid by the institution for accreditation services, and punitive damages of up to $1,000 per student enrolled at the time of the violation.