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To provide additional funding for scholarships for students at 1890 institutions.

12/15/2023, 3:55 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1436

Bill 118 hr 1436, also known as the "1890 Scholarships Act," aims to provide additional funding for scholarships for students at 1890 institutions. These institutions are historically black colleges and universities that were established under the Second Morrill Act of 1890.

The bill proposes to allocate funds specifically for scholarships to help students attending these institutions cover the costs of tuition, fees, and other educational expenses. The scholarships are intended to support students who may face financial barriers to accessing higher education and to help increase diversity and representation in higher education.

The funding provided by this bill will help ensure that students at 1890 institutions have the financial support they need to pursue their educational goals and succeed in their academic endeavors. By investing in scholarships for students at these institutions, the bill aims to promote equity and access to higher education for all students, regardless of their background or financial circumstances. Overall, the 1890 Scholarships Act seeks to support and empower students at historically black colleges and universities by providing them with the resources they need to succeed academically and achieve their full potential.

Congressional Summary of HR 1436

This bill provides specified funds to the 1890 Scholarships Program for FY2025 and each succeeding year for student scholarships. The bill also permanently reauthorizes the 1890 Scholarships Program. This National Institute of Food and Agriculture program provides grants to 1890 Institutions (i.e., historically Black colleges and universities that belong to the U.S. land-grant university system) for students who intend to pursue a career in the food and agricultural sciences.

Current Status of Bill HR 1436

Bill HR 1436 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 8, 2023. Bill HR 1436 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 8, 2023.  Bill HR 1436's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology. as of April 4, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1436

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1436

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1436

To provide additional funding for scholarships for students at 1890 institutions.
To provide additional funding for scholarships for students at 1890 institutions.

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