Expressing support for the recognition of September 22, 2025, to September 28, 2025, as "Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week".

House Resolution

H.Res. 749

119th Congress

Expressing support for the recognition of September 22, 2025, to September 28, 2025, as "Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week".

In Committee

Introduced:Sep 19, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Marcy Kaptur

Representative

Democratic

OH-9

Cosponsors

1

Quick Stats

Policy Area

International Affairs

Summary

This resolution expresses support for the recognition of a week to celebrate Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs). AANAPISIs are colleges and universities that serve a high percentage of Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander students.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution expresses support for the recognition of a week to celebrate Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs). AANAPISIs are colleges and universities that serve a high percentage of Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander students.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution recognizes the people of Czechia and Slovakia for overthrowing communist rule in 1989 and for 30 years of independence. Specifically, it celebrates the cultural achievements of Czechia and Slovakia, supports the two countries' commitment to NATO and the European Union, recognizes their support for the people of Ukraine.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The resolution designates September 22, 2025 to September 28, 2025 as 'Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week'.
The goal is to recognize the contributions and importance of AANAPISIs in providing higher education opportunities for Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander students.
The resolution has bipartisan support, with one Democratic representative sponsoring and one cosponsor.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this resolution would raise awareness and appreciation for AANAPISIs and the students they serve. It could lead to increased funding, resources, and enrollment for these institutions, benefiting Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander communities that have historically faced barriers to higher education.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

International Affairs

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

749, 119th Congress (2025). "Expressing support for the recognition of September 22, 2025, to September 28, 2025, as "Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week".". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-749