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Recognizing Educational Excellence: National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week Designated.

The Senate designates the week starting September 9, 2024, as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week (HSI Week). This resolution highlights the vital role these institutions play in providing higher education access, particularly for low-income and Hispanic students. Citizens are encouraged to participate in activities supporting these institutions, which are recognized as key drivers of economic mobility.
Key points
The designation aims to raise public awareness of institutions that educate over 66% of all Hispanic undergraduate students in the US.
The resolution encourages public support for HSIs, recognizing their contribution to economic prosperity and increasing Hispanic participation in STEM fields.
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A resolution designating the week beginning on September 9, 2024, as "National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week".
Print number: SRES 815
Sponsor: Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]
Process start date: 2024-09-12