What does Preamble of HR 2664 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for additional uses of funds for grants to strengthen historically Black colleges and universities, and for other purposes,' aims to modify the Higher Education Act of 1965. The bill intends to provide for additional uses of funds for grants. The stated purpose is to strengthen historically Black colleges and universities.

What does FINDINGS. of HR 2664 do?

This section outlines findings related to the arts and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). It highlights the arts' positive impact on the economy, healthcare, creativity, and community unity, citing a study where 73% of participants felt the arts improved cultural understanding. The text notes a lack of diversity within U.S. museums, with low representation of Black artists and staff. HBCUs are identified as uniquely positioned to foster diverse art professionals and promote Black artists. Arts programs in higher education face funding challenges, with some institutions curtailing or eliminating departments. HBCUs have experienced significant underfunding compared to predominantly White institutions, impacting their ability to sustain arts programs. Increased investment in HBCU arts programs is suggested as a means to improve access to arts education for students of color and support Black artists.

What does STRENGTHENING HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES. of HR 2664 do?

This section amends Section 323 of the Higher Education Act of 1965. It redesignates existing paragraphs (14) and (15) as (19) and (20), respectively. New paragraphs (14) through (18) are added to subsection (a) to provide financial and other assistance to students in arts, arts education, and cultural programs. These new paragraphs address outreach programs, wraparound services, preservation of Black art collections, and apprenticeship/internship opportunities. Institutions are permitted to partner with the National Endowment for the Arts to carry out these activities. The term 'arts' is defined as art forms used for self-expression and interpretation, including performance, literary, visual, graphic, plastic, and decorative arts.

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To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for additional uses of funds for grants to strengthen historically Black colleges and universities, and for other purposes. — HR. 2664

Last updated: 4/7/2025 · Introduced: 4/7/2025

Author: Alma Adams (D-NC)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to allow grants to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to be used for arts programs, arts education, and cultural programs.
The bill expands eligible uses of grant funds for HBCUs to include outreach programs, wraparound services, preservation of Black art collections, and apprenticeship/internship opportunities related to the arts.
HBCUs are authorized to partner with the National Endowment for the Arts to implement these new programs and activities.

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