S. 461 · 116th Congress · 2019–2020
HBCU PARTNERS Act
S. 461 in the 116th Congress (2019–2020) became law — introduced on Feb 12, 2019, sponsored by Tim Scott with 15 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 116th Congress (2019–2020), Donald Trump was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Feb 12, 2019
- Co-sponsors
- 15
- Policy area
- Education
- Public law
- Public Law 116-270
What it does
HBCU Propelling Agency Relationships Towards a New Era of Results for Students Act or the HBCU PARTNERS Act This bill addresses the capacity of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) to participate in federal programs. Specifically, the bill requires certain agencies to submit annual plans for strengthening the capacity of HBCUs to participate in federal programs.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Tim Scott (R-SC). Co-sponsors: 8 Democrats, 6 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 12, 2019
- Passed the SenateFeb 12, 2019
- Passed the HouseDec 7, 2020
- Sent to the PresidentDec 21, 2020
- Became lawDec 31, 2020
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 116-270. (Dec 31, 2020)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
House · Dec 7, 2020 · Passed388–6
Every roll call vote on this bill
- HBCU PARTNERS ActHouse · Dec 7, 2020
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Committees
- Education and the Workforce Committee
- Oversight and Accountability Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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