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Expand Definition of Historically Black Colleges
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Expand Definition of Historically Black Colleges

IntroducedFebruary 24, 2026
Introduced5 months ago
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Why This Matters

This bill aims to broaden the definition of historically Black colleges and universities to include more schools. By doing this, it seeks to provide these institutions with better access to federal resources and support.

If you attend or support a historically Black college, this bill could help your school receive more federal funding.
Who this affects
students · communities · historically Black colleges · universities
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1This bill would change the definition of historically Black colleges and universities.
  2. 2It would include schools that were established before November 8, 1965.
  3. 3These schools must still meet other required criteria to qualify.
  4. 4The goal is to recognize more institutions as historically Black colleges.
  5. 5This change could help these schools access more federal support.
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