New Grants and Scholarships for Asian American and Pacific Islander Agricultural Education.
This Act establishes new grant and scholarship programs administered by the Department of Agriculture, targeting higher education institutions that serve significant populations of Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander students in agricultural fields. The goal is to fund research, education, and scholarships to encourage these groups to pursue careers in agriculture and related sciences. Citizens from these ethnic groups gain access to new educational funding sources, potentially lowering college costs and increasing job opportunities in agriculture.
Key points
Creates scholarships for Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander students intending to pursue careers in agriculture, including fields like agronomy, agricultural engineering, and economics.
Establishes competitive grants for integrated research, education, and extension projects in agriculture for eligible higher education institutions.
Supports workforce development and innovation in US agriculture by funding institutions where at least 10% of the student body belongs to these ethnic groups.
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