arrow_back Back to App

Tribal Colleges gain influence on Indian Education Council and federal budget.

This Act strengthens the National Advisory Council on Indian Education (NACIE) by requiring the inclusion of at least one president of a Tribal College or University in its membership. Crucially, the Secretaries of Education and Interior must now consider NACIE's annual reports when preparing budget materials for Congress. This ensures that the educational needs of Indian communities, including funding, will have a stronger impact on federal budget decisions.
Key points
The National Advisory Council on Indian Education (NACIE) membership must now include a president of a Tribal College or University, ensuring a direct voice for these institutions.
NACIE's annual reports must be considered by the Secretaries of Education and Interior when preparing the federal budget, potentially leading to better funding for Indian education programs.
The changes aim to improve the quality and relevance of educational programs for Indian communities by integrating their perspective into the decision-making process.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_749
Sponsor: Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE]
Process start date: 2023-03-09
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-flash-latest
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

NACIE Improvement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_749.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The National Advisory Council on Indian Education (NACIE) membership must now include a president of a Tribal College or University, ensuring a direct voice for these institutions.
  • NACIE's annual reports must be considered by the Secretaries of Education and Interior when preparing the federal budget, potentially leading to better funding for Indian education programs.
  • The changes aim to improve the quality and relevance of educational programs for Indian communities by integrating their perspective into the decision-making process.
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. Fischer, Deb [R-NE].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5434; text: CR S5434)

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Education