H.R.2664

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.

Introduced·4/7/25

Federal HB2664 amends the Higher Education Act to expand grant uses for historically Black colleges and universities, focusing on arts and cultural.

Federal HB2664 amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to allow additional uses of funds for grants to strengthen historically Black colleges and universities. The bill specifically expands the definition of "arts" to include various art forms and allows institutions to partner with the National Endowment for the Arts. It aims to provide financial and other assistance to students in arts, arts education, and cultural programs, establish outreach programs, and offer well-paid apprenticeship, internship, and fellowship opportunities.

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Where it stands

Current
Education and Workforce Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Apr 7, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Apr 7, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.