Parity for Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Students in Agriculture Act
Summary
H.R. 6343, the "Parity for Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Students in Agriculture Act," amends the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977. The bill aims to extend education grant programs for Alaska Native serving institutions and Native Hawaiian serving institutions. It modifies the grant period and funding amounts for these institutions.
Expected Effects
The bill will extend grant programs for Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian serving institutions, providing them with funding for agricultural education. It changes the grant period to a maximum of 3 years and adjusts the funding amounts for fiscal years 2026-2031. This could lead to increased educational opportunities and improved agricultural programs at these institutions.
Potential Benefits
- Increased funding for agricultural education at Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian serving institutions.
- Potential for improved agricultural programs and research.
- Enhanced educational opportunities for students in these communities.
- Support for institutions that serve underrepresented populations.
- Extension of grant programs, ensuring continued support.
Potential Disadvantages
- The bill focuses solely on Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian institutions, potentially overlooking other underserved communities.
- The increased funding starts in 2026, which could create a gap if previous funding has already expired.
- The bill does not address the overall effectiveness or accountability of the grant programs.
- Limited scope, focusing only on specific institutions and agricultural education.
- Potential for administrative overhead in managing the grant programs.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the General Welfare Clause of the Constitution, as it aims to promote education and support specific communities. Congress has the power to appropriate funds for programs that benefit the general welfare. Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 grants Congress the power to lay and collect taxes, duties, imposts and excises, to pay the debts and provide for the common defense and general welfare of the United States.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).