Bill would give historically Black colleges edge in vet grant funding
In committeeH.R. 8505Latest action
Sponsor: Shomari Figures · Representative · AL
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Official title: Veterinary Education Equity Act
119th Congress
Topics: Jobs & the economy
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HR 8505 makes 1890 Institutions eligible for federal veterinary services grants and gives their applications priority.
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What does this do?
HR 8505, the Veterinary Education Equity Act, amends a 1977 agricultural law to add 1890 Institutions as eligible applicants for federal veterinary services grants. It also directs the Secretary of Agriculture to prioritize funding proposals from these schools over other applicants.
Who does it affect?
1890 Institutions—historically Black land-grant colleges and universities—would gain new eligibility and priority status. Other colleges, universities, and organizations that currently apply for these grants, as well as rural and underserved communities relying on veterinary services, could also be affected.
Why does it matter?
Prioritizing applications from 1890 Institutions could shift how limited federal grant funding is distributed among competing colleges and universities, potentially changing which projects and communities receive support.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedApr 27, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Apr 27, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.