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Martin Heinrich (D-NM)

A resolution designating the week beginning February 3, 2025, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week".

S.Res. 49 · Senate resolution Native Americans

A Democratic resolution with 10 Republican cosponsors · See all 22 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S527; text: CR S525-526)

Adopted

The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.

Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. Officially Recorded
  3. Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent

A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.

What this bill would do

This resolution designates the week beginning February 3, 2025, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week." It recognizes that there are 34 Tribal Colleges and Universities operating across more than 90 campuses in 16 States. These institutions serve students from over 230 federally recognized Indian Tribes. The resolution notes that these colleges provide access to high-quality postsecondary education and prepare students for the global workforce. Finally, the Senate calls on the public and interested groups to observe this week with activities that demonstrate support for these institutions.

Yes· 3 of 6

  • Scored +5

    Would Native Americans be better off under this?

    The resolution designates a week to recognize and support Tribal Colleges and Universities serving Native communities.

  • Scored +3

    Would students be better off under this?

    The resolution encourages support for institutions that prepare students for the global workforce.

  • Scored +3

    Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?

    The resolution highlights and promotes institutions that serve American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.