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Parity for Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Students in Agriculture Act
3/13/2024, 10:23 PM
Summary of Bill S 2903
Bill 118 s 2903, also known as the Parity for Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Students in Agriculture Act, aims to address disparities in agricultural education funding for Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian students. The bill seeks to ensure that these students have equal access to resources and opportunities in the field of agriculture.
Specifically, the bill would provide funding for programs that support agricultural education for Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian students, including scholarships, internships, and other educational opportunities. It also aims to increase representation of these students in agricultural fields and promote their success in the industry.
The bill recognizes the unique cultural and historical contributions of Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian communities to agriculture, and seeks to support and empower these students to pursue careers in the field. By providing equal access to resources and opportunities, the bill aims to level the playing field for these students and ensure that they have the support they need to succeed in agriculture. Overall, the Parity for Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Students in Agriculture Act is a step towards addressing disparities in agricultural education funding and promoting diversity and inclusion in the field of agriculture.
Specifically, the bill would provide funding for programs that support agricultural education for Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian students, including scholarships, internships, and other educational opportunities. It also aims to increase representation of these students in agricultural fields and promote their success in the industry.
The bill recognizes the unique cultural and historical contributions of Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian communities to agriculture, and seeks to support and empower these students to pursue careers in the field. By providing equal access to resources and opportunities, the bill aims to level the playing field for these students and ensure that they have the support they need to succeed in agriculture. Overall, the Parity for Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Students in Agriculture Act is a step towards addressing disparities in agricultural education funding and promoting diversity and inclusion in the field of agriculture.
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Current Status of Bill S 2903
Bill S 2903 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 21, 2023. Bill S 2903 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 21, 2023.  Bill S 2903's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of September 21, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2903
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2903
Primary Policy Focus
Native AmericansPotential Impact Areas
- Alaska Natives and Hawaiians
- Education programs funding
- Higher education
- Indian social and development programs
- Minority education
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2903
Parity for Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Students in Agriculture Act
Parity for Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Students in Agriculture Act
A bill to amend the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 to extend education grant programs for Alaska Native serving institutions and Native Hawaiian serving institutions, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 2903
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