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A resolution designating the week beginning on September 12, 2022, as "National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week".

11/5/2022, 4:18 AM

Summary of Bill SRES 784

Bill 117 S.Res. 784, also known as the "National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week" resolution, aims to designate the week beginning on September 12, 2022, as a week to recognize and celebrate Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) in the United States. HSIs are colleges and universities that have a high percentage of Hispanic students enrolled and play a crucial role in providing higher education opportunities to Hispanic students.

The resolution highlights the importance of HSIs in promoting access to higher education for Hispanic students, who are a growing demographic in the United States. It acknowledges the contributions of HSIs in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education and recognizes the unique challenges and opportunities faced by these institutions.

By designating a specific week to celebrate HSIs, the resolution aims to raise awareness about the important role these institutions play in supporting Hispanic students and promoting educational attainment among underrepresented communities. It also encourages the public to recognize and support the work of HSIs in advancing educational opportunities and promoting diversity in higher education. Overall, Bill 117 S.Res. 784 seeks to honor and celebrate the contributions of Hispanic-Serving Institutions in the United States and promote awareness of the importance of these institutions in providing access to higher education for Hispanic students.

Congressional Summary of SRES 784

This resolution designates the week beginning on September 12, 2022, as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week.

Current Status of Bill SRES 784

Bill SRES 784 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 20, 2022. Bill SRES 784 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on September 20, 2022.  Bill SRES 784's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4878; text: CR S4864) as of September 20, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 784

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
48
Democrat Cosponsors
34
Republican Cosponsors
12
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 784

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Potential Impact Areas

- Caribbean area
- Commemorative events and holidays
- Congressional tributes
- District of Columbia
- Higher education
- Minority education
- Puerto Rico
- U.S. territories and protectorates

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 784

A resolution designating the week beginning on September 12, 2022, as "National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week".
A resolution designating the week beginning on September 12, 2022, as "National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week".

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