VA
Virginia House Bill HB1057

Virginia 2022 Regular Session

Virginia House Bill HB1057

Introduced
1/12/22  
Refer
1/12/22  
Report Pass
2/8/22  
Refer
2/8/22  
Report Pass
2/9/22  
Engrossed
2/14/22  

Caption

Historically Black Colleges & Universities in the Commonwealth, Commission on; established, report.

Impact

The bill amends the Code of Virginia by creating a dedicated body to focus on the needs of HBCUs, thereby potentially influencing state policies and budget allocations affecting these institutions. The commission will submit annual recommendations to the General Assembly and the Governor, aiming to ensure that the voices and needs of HBCUs are heard and prioritized in legislative discussions. This initiative reflects a broader commitment to addressing historical inequities in education funding and support for minority-serving institutions within the Commonwealth.

Summary

House Bill 1057 establishes the Commission on Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. This commission is designed to identify and recommend legislative priorities and policies to enhance support for the state's five historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs): Hampton University, Norfolk State University, Virginia State University, Virginia Union University, and Virginia University of Lynchburg. Its purpose includes developing ongoing services and funding assessments specific to these institutions, which have faced historical challenges in securing equitable resources compared to predominantly white institutions.

Contention

While the establishment of the commission is generally seen as a positive step towards educational equity, some opponents may raise concerns about the adequacy of funding necessary for the commission’s operations, particularly if it does not receive a separate appropriation. There may also be debate over the effectiveness of the commission in bringing about meaningful legislative changes and whether the legislature will take its recommendations seriously, thereby ensuring that the needs of HBCUs are genuinely addressed rather than just acknowledged.

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