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Recognizing 1890 Institutions' Contributions and Supporting Their Growth.

This U.S. Congressional resolution aims to honor the 131st anniversary of the 1890 Institutions, which are historically Black land-grant universities. It highlights their significant contributions to education, agricultural research, and community development, encouraging continued federal and state support for these institutions, potentially leading to better access to education and research for citizens.
Key points
Recognizing and celebrating 131 years of significant contributions by 1890 Institutions to the United States, especially in agriculture and education.
Encouraging federal and state ceremonies to observe the anniversary, raising public awareness of these universities.
Supporting collaboration between 1890 Institutions and federal agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, which may lead to better funding and programs.
Committing Congress to bipartisan efforts to address past funding and program inequities for these institutions, potentially improving their future opportunities.
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Print number: 117_HCONRES_48
Sponsor: Rep. Adams, Alma S. [D-NC-12]
Process start date: 2021-08-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of Congress that August 30, 2021, be observed as the 131st anniversary of the 1890 Institutions.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HCONRES_48.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-08-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Recognizing and celebrating 131 years of significant contributions by 1890 Institutions to the United States, especially in agriculture and education.
  • Encouraging federal and state ceremonies to observe the anniversary, raising public awareness of these universities.
  • Supporting collaboration between 1890 Institutions and federal agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, which may lead to better funding and programs.
  • Committing Congress to bipartisan efforts to address past funding and program inequities for these institutions, potentially improving their future opportunities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Adams, Alma S. [D-NC-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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