hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Creates a federal hub for HBCU research grants.
Rep. Hill (R-AR), with Adams (D-NC), McCormick (R-GA), Figures (D-AL).
Introduced in the House, sent to committee.
This bill establishes a Federal Clearinghouse within the Department of Education to help Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) find and access federal research grants. The clearinghouse would provide information on grant opportunities and best practices for building research capacity. Representative Hill is a Republican from Arkansas, serving on the Financial Services Committee. As of now, the bill has been introduced and referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce, meaning it awaits review and a potential vote in that committee before moving to the full House.
Introduced Apr 14, 2026
This bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce. For the bill to move forward, the committee must review and approve it. If it passes the committee, it would then be considered by the full House for a vote. After passing the House, it would go to the Senate for their review and vote, and finally to the President for signature to become law.
If this bill becomes law, Historically Black Colleges and Universities would receive regular updates and comprehensive information on federal grant opportunities specifically for research and building institutional research capacity, potentially making it easier for them to secure funding. Federal agencies like the Departments of Commerce, Energy, and Defense, along with others, would be required to review their grant programs to identify those that align with the clearinghouse's recommendations, and report any gaps to Congress. This could indirectly lead to more funding and resources directed towards research at HBCUs, potentially expanding research programs and opportunities for students and faculty at these institutions.
Supporters Say
Supporters believe this bill will help HBCUs overcome historical underfunding and increase their vital contributions to national research and development.
Critics Say
The bill text does not outline specific criticisms of this legislation.
Those in favor of the bill argue that HBCUs are crucial to the nation's research and workforce communities, especially in STEM fields, but have historically received less than 1% of federal research funding. They believe a clearinghouse would address barriers like knowledge gaps and capacity limitations, making it easier for HBCUs to access grants. The bill suggests that expanding research diversity at HBCUs is important for national security, economic growth, and innovation, and that this bill will improve accountability for equitable access to federal research funding. No criticisms are outlined within the provided bill text.