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Japanese American Confinement Education: Increased Funding for Historical Lessons.

This act increases funding for educational programs about the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. It aims to help current and future generations understand democratic principles, the abuse of power, and cultural tolerance by learning from this historical period.
Key points
Increased available funds for educational programs from $38 million to $80 million.
Introduction of new competitive grants up to $10 million for Japanese American organizations to support historical education.
Priority consideration for smaller organizations (under 100 employees) when awarding grants, with a potential waiver of matching requirements.
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Print number: 117_S_4576
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2022-07-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Norman Y. Mineta Japanese American Confinement Education Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4576.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased available funds for educational programs from $38 million to $80 million.
  • Introduction of new competitive grants up to $10 million for Japanese American organizations to support historical education.
  • Priority consideration for smaller organizations (under 100 employees) when awarding grants, with a potential waiver of matching requirements.
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 Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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