Bill 117 HRES 619, also known as Recognizing the significance of National Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Conference Week, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to acknowledge the importance of HBCUs in American higher education. The bill highlights the contributions of HBCUs to the academic and cultural landscape of the United States, as well as their role in providing opportunities for African American students to pursue higher education.
The resolution designates the last week of September as National HBCU Conference Week, a time to celebrate and recognize the achievements of HBCUs and the students, faculty, and alumni who have been a part of these institutions. It also encourages the public to learn more about the history and impact of HBCUs, and to support these institutions in their mission to provide quality education to all students.
Overall, Bill 117 HRES 619 aims to raise awareness of the important role that HBCUs play in American society and to honor their legacy of excellence in education. It is a bipartisan effort to recognize and celebrate the contributions of HBCUs to the advancement of African American students and the broader community.