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

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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