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Recognizing the importance of Tribal colleges and universities to the United States and expressing support for designating the week beginning February 5, 2023, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week".

3/4/2024, 4:00 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 107

Bill 118 HRES 107, also known as the "Recognizing the importance of Tribal colleges and universities to the United States and expressing support for designating the week beginning February 5, 2023, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to acknowledge the significant contributions of Tribal colleges and universities to the education and empowerment of Native American communities.

The bill highlights the unique role that Tribal colleges and universities play in providing higher education opportunities to Native American students, preserving indigenous cultures and languages, and promoting economic development in tribal communities. It recognizes the importance of these institutions in addressing the educational disparities faced by Native American students and the critical role they play in advancing tribal sovereignty and self-determination.

The resolution calls for the designation of the week beginning February 5, 2023, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week to raise awareness about the important work being done by these institutions and to celebrate their achievements. It encourages all Americans to learn more about Tribal colleges and universities and to support their efforts to empower Native American communities through education. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 107 aims to honor and recognize the vital role that Tribal colleges and universities play in advancing the educational and economic opportunities of Native American communities and to promote greater awareness and support for these institutions.

Congressional Summary of HRES 107

This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week.

Current Status of Bill HRES 107

Bill HRES 107 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 8, 2023. Bill HRES 107 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 8, 2023.  Bill HRES 107's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. as of February 8, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 107

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
28
Democrat Cosponsors
18
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 107

Primary Policy Focus

Native Americans

Potential Impact Areas

- Commemorative events and holidays
- Higher education
- Indian social and development programs
- Minority education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 107

Recognizing the importance of Tribal colleges and universities to the United States and expressing support for designating the week beginning February 5, 2023, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week".
Recognizing the importance of Tribal colleges and universities to the United States and expressing support for designating the week beginning February 5, 2023, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week".

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