Expressing the sense of Congress that August 30, 2025, be observed as the 135th anniversary of the 1890 Institutions.

House Resolution

H.Res. 691

119th Congress

Expressing the sense of Congress that August 30, 2025, be observed as the 135th anniversary of the 1890 Institutions.

In Committee

Introduced:Sep 10, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Doris O. Matsui

Representative

Democratic

CA-7

Cosponsors

5

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Education

Summary

This resolution expresses the sense of Congress that August 30, 2025, should be observed as the 135th anniversary of the 1890 Institutions, which are a group of historically Black land-grant colleges and universities. These institutions play a vital role in providing educational opportunities, especially for underserved communities.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution expresses the sense of Congress that August 30, 2025, should be observed as the 135th anniversary of the 1890 Institutions, which are a group of historically Black land-grant colleges and universities. These institutions play a vital role in providing educational opportunities, especially for underserved communities.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution supports the designation of Community School Coordinators Appreciation Week.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The resolution recognizes the 135th anniversary of the 1890 Institutions, a network of historically Black land-grant colleges and universities.
These institutions were established in 1890 to provide higher education opportunities, particularly for African American students, in the aftermath of the Civil War.
The resolution expresses Congress's support for these institutions and their ongoing mission to serve their communities and promote educational equity.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If this resolution is passed, it would raise awareness of the important role that the 1890 Institutions play in providing higher education and serving their communities. This could lead to increased funding and support for these institutions, which would benefit the students and communities they serve, many of which are underrepresented in higher education.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Education

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

691, 119th Congress (2025). "Expressing the sense of Congress that August 30, 2025, be observed as the 135th anniversary of the 1890 Institutions.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-691