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J. Hill (R-AR)

IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act

H.R. 8791 · House bill Education

A Republican bill with 20 Democratic cosponsors · See all 39 cosponsors

Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

In committee

Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.

The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act," aims to provide long-term improvements to Historically Black Colleges and Universities. It authorizes the Secretary of Education to award competitive grants to eligible entities for campus facility improvements, technology, and infrastructure. The legislation prioritizes institutions with significant needs, such as those facing environmental risks or those with limited capacity to raise funds. Grant funds can be used for projects including construction, modernization, and the installation of high-speed broadband. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the repayment of certain closed loan agreements.

Yes· 3 of 13

  • Scored +9

    Would Black Americans be better off under this?

    The bill specifically funds the long-term improvement of Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

  • Scored +8

    Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?

    The bill provides targeted infrastructure, technology, and financial relief specifically for Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

  • Scored +7

    Does this get reliable internet to more people?

    The bill provides funds to install or upgrade high-speed broadband infrastructure on campuses.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.