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Increased Funding for Agriculture Education Grants for Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Students.

This law increases and extends federal funding for institutions serving Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian students focused on agriculture. It raises the annual grant amount from $10 million to $15 million for fiscal years 2024 through 2028. This change provides students in these communities with significantly more resources for agricultural education and research programs.
Key points
Annual federal funding for agricultural programs at Native-serving institutions increases from $10 million to $15 million starting in 2024 until 2028.
The maximum duration for these educational grants is formally set at 3 years.
Students from Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian communities gain access to enhanced resources and opportunities in agricultural fields.
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Print number: 118_S_2903
Sponsor: Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]
Process start date: 2023-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Parity for Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Students in Agriculture Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2903.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Annual federal funding for agricultural programs at Native-serving institutions increases from $10 million to $15 million starting in 2024 until 2028.
  • The maximum duration for these educational grants is formally set at 3 years.
  • Students from Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian communities gain access to enhanced resources and opportunities in agricultural fields.
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. Hirono, Mazie K. [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 2025-12-26.

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Education