Bill > HRes269

This resolution honors the critical role of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in American higher education and society, highlighting their significant contributions across multiple domains. The resolution acknowledges that HBCUs have been pillars of opportunity for over 180 years, educating nearly 300,000 students annually and producing a disproportionate number of key professionals, including 50% of Black teachers, 70% of Black dentists, and 80% of Black judges nationwide. The document emphasizes that HBCUs are not just historically significant but economically essential, contributing approximately $16.5 billion to the U.S. economy, supporting over 134,000 jobs, and serving as critical engines of workforce development and economic mobility. By specifically resolving to honor the history and mission of HBCUs, reaffirming the federal government's commitment to their success and sustainability, and requesting that enrolled copies of the resolution be distributed to relevant federal agencies, the resolution seeks to recognize and support these institutions' ongoing importance in providing educational opportunities and advancing social and economic progress.

Education

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/269/all-info