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Congress·In Committee·H.Res. 691

Expressing the sense of Congress that August 30, 2025, be observed as the 135th anniversary of the 1890 Institutions.

1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Universities: 135th Anniversary Recognition

This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is being reviewed by the House Committee on Agriculture. No further actions are scheduled at this time. It is not currently moving forward.

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This is a bipartisan, non-controversial resolution honoring educational institutions. These types of commemorative measures usually pass with broad support.

Key Points

  • This resolution honors 19 historically Black land-grant universities on their 135th anniversary. These schools were created by a law in 1890 to provide higher education in agriculture and science for Black students when they were excluded from other colleges.
  • The proposal highlights the work of over 88,000 students currently enrolled in these schools. These students study important fields like agriculture, computer science, and engineering.
  • Congress is being asked to support more partnerships between these universities and federal agencies. The resolution also calls for fixing past problems where these schools did not receive the same amount of funding as other state universities.
  • The resolution encourages states and the federal government to hold ceremonies and events to celebrate the contributions these schools have made to the country since they were founded.

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Milestones

1 milestone2 actions
Sep 10, 2025House

Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

Sep 10, 2025

Submitted in House

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Expressing the sense of Congress that August 30, 2025, be observed as the 135th anniversary of the 1890 Institutions.

Bill NumberHRES 691
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

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(5)
D: 4R: 1

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