H.Res. 737

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that a National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week should be established.

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H. RES. 737

In the House of Representatives, U. S.,

September 14, 2009

RESOLUTION

Whereas Hispanic-Serving Institutions play an important role in educating many underprivileged students and helping them attain their full potential through higher education;

Whereas there are currently about 268 Hispanic-Serving Institutions in the United States;

Whereas Hispanic-Serving Institutions are actively involved in stabilizing and improving their communities;

Whereas celebrating the vast contributions of Hispanic-Serving Institutions contributes to the strength and culture of our Nation;

Whereas the achievements and goals of Hispanic-Serving Institutions are deserving of national recognition; and

Whereas the week of September 20th would be an appropriate week for such recognition: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives—

(1)

recognizes the achievements and goals of Hispanic-Serving Institutions across the country;

(2)

supports the designation of an appropriate week as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week;

(3)

requests the President to issue a proclamation designating such week; and

(4)

calling on the people of the United States and interested groups to observe such week with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs to demonstrate support for Hispanic-Serving Institutions.

Clerk.