Bill · S.Res. 601· Senate(119-SRES-601)

A resolution designating the week beginning February 2, 2026, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week".

Age: 55 years

New Mexico

Introduced: 2/5/2026
Last activity: 2/5/2026 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S518; text: CR S515)
Sponsored by: Martin Heinrich
Cosponsors: - 16 - 8

Native Americans

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A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

This bill has been officially recorded and is now part of the legislative history.

What this bill would do

This resolution designates the week starting February 2, 2026, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week." It recognizes that there are 35 Tribal Colleges and Universities operating across more than 90 campuses in 16 States. These institutions serve students from over 250 federally recognized Indian Tribes and offer access to knowledge grounded in cultural traditions. The resolution notes the economic contributions of these institutions and their role in preparing students for the workforce. Finally, it calls on the public and interested groups to observe this week with appropriate activities and programs.

Yes· 3 of 8

Would Native Americans be better off under this?+3
The resolution provides national recognition for institutions serving American Indians and Alaska Natives.
Would students be better off under this?+2
The resolution recognizes the role of these institutions in providing high-quality postsecondary educational opportunities.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+2
The designation recognizes institutions that serve and enhance Indian communities through culturally grounded education.