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

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 49

119th Congress

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

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimou

Introduced:Jan 30, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Joshua Hawley

Senator

Republican

MO

Cosponsors

22

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Native Americans

Summary

This resolution designates the week beginning February 3, 2025, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week. It recognizes the vital role these institutions play in providing higher education opportunities for Native American students while preserving tribal cultures, languages, and traditions.

Latest Action

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

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution designates the week beginning February 3, 2025, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week. It recognizes the vital role these institutions play in providing higher education opportunities for Native American students while preserving tribal cultures, languages, and traditions.

Last updated: 1/4/2026

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution designates the week beginning on February 3, 2025, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Designates National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week
Week of February 3, 2025
Recognizes tribal higher education institutions
Supports Native American student access
Acknowledges cultural preservation role
Non-binding commemorative resolution

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Tribal colleges and universities serve a unique mission, providing accessible higher education to Native American communities while integrating tribal culture and traditions into their programs. This resolution raises awareness of these institutions role in improving educational outcomes for Native students and preserving indigenous knowledge. Congressional recognition can help support advocacy for tribal college funding and resources.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Native Americans

Related Subjects

Commemorative events and holidays

Higher education

Indian social and development programs

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

49, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution designating the week beginning February 3, 2025, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week".". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-sres-49