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Expressing support for the recognition of September 27, 2021, to October 3, 2021, as "Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week".

12/31/2022, 5:35 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 683

Bill 117 H.Res. 683, titled "Expressing support for the recognition of September 27, 2021, to October 3, 2021, as 'Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week'", is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-serving institutions. These institutions play a vital role in providing educational opportunities and support for students from these communities.

The resolution aims to raise awareness about the important work these institutions do in promoting diversity and inclusion in higher education. By designating a specific week to recognize and honor these institutions, the resolution seeks to highlight their impact on the academic success and cultural enrichment of Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander students.

The resolution emphasizes the need to support and invest in these institutions to ensure that students from these communities have access to quality education and resources. It also calls on the government and the public to recognize the unique challenges and barriers faced by Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander students and to work towards creating a more inclusive and equitable educational system. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 683 is a bipartisan effort to celebrate and support Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-serving institutions and to promote diversity and inclusion in higher education.

Congressional Summary of HRES 683

This resolution recognizes the achievements and goals of institutions of higher education that are designated as Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions on Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week and encourages eligible institutions to obtain the designation.

Current Status of Bill HRES 683

Bill HRES 683 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 27, 2021. Bill HRES 683 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 27, 2021.  Bill HRES 683's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of September 27, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 683

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
30
Democrat Cosponsors
28
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 683

Primary Policy Focus

Native Americans

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 683

Expressing support for the recognition of September 27, 2021, to October 3, 2021, as "Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week".
Expressing support for the recognition of September 27, 2021, to October 3, 2021, as "Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week".

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