Don Bacon (R-NE)
Tribal College and University Essential Community Facilities Act
A Republican bill with no cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
H.R. 10992, known as the Tribal College and University Essential Community Facilities Act, was introduced in the House of Representatives by Mr. Bacon on November 11, 2026.
The bill simply aims to reauthorize the Tribal College Initiative Grants Program.
To do this, the legislation updates the funding timeline in the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act.
It changes the authorized years from the period of 2008 through 2023 to a new period of 2027 through 2031.
This allows the program to continue providing support during these upcoming years.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Section 2 of the bill reauthorizes the Tribal College Initiative Grants Program by updating the timeline to 2027 through 2031, which is positive because it keeps the program active to continue helping people and communities.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Based on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions identified that create negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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No significant interests or groups are affected by this bill.
- 11/11/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
- Introduced in House