Mazie Hirono (D-HI)
A resolution expressing support for the recognition of September 27, 2026, to October 3, 2026, as "Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week".
A Democratic resolution with 12 Democratic cosponsors · See all 13 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S5073-5074)
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for recognizing September 27, 2026, to October 3, 2026, as ``Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week''. It marks the 19th anniversary of the formal recognition and funding of these institutions by Congress. The text notes the role these colleges and universities play in enrolling, supporting, and graduating large proportions of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander college students. It highlights that many students at these institutions come from low-income families and are first-generation college students. Finally, the resolution encourages these institutions to obtain funding and establish programs to serve their students and communities.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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National Recognition of Institutions: The Senate recognizes the achievements and goals of Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-serving institutions in providing quality educational opportunities under resolved clause (1). This is positive because it brings national awareness to the educational benefits these schools provide.
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Encouragement for Funding and Programs: The resolution encourages these institutions to obtain funding and establish programs to serve the unique needs of their students, families, and communities under resolved clause (2). This is beneficial as it actively supports efforts to secure resources for students, the overwhelming majority of whom the text notes are from families with low incomes and are first-generation college students.
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Call to Action for the Public: The resolution calls on the people of the United States and interested groups to observe the designated week with appropriate activities, ceremonies, and programs under resolved clause (4). This is a positive step to publicly demonstrate support for these educational institutions.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: The provided text does not contain any sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
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- 9/28/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S5073-5074)
- 13 Cosponsors added.
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