The Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987 was a significant piece of legislation aimed at strengthening civil rights protections in the United States. It was enacted to counteract a 1984 Supreme Court decision that limited the scope of civil rights laws, particularly in relation to federal funding. The Act clarified that if an organization or institution discriminated in any program or activity, it could lose federal funding for all its programs, not just those directly involved in the discrimination. This law was crucial for ensuring that federal funds would not support discriminatory practices in areas such as education, employment, and public services. By reinforcing the principle that all programs must comply with civil rights laws, the Act aimed to promote equality and prevent discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.