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HBCU AI Research Leadership Act Introduced Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology · Mar 5, 2026
In plain language Amends the National Artificial Intelligence Initiative Act of 2020 to reserve a share of AI research institute funding for historically Black colleges and universities.
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Legislative history 2 actions · newest first Mar 5, 2026 House Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. Mar 5, 2026 House Introduced in House
Progress Introduced Mar 5, 2026 Filed in a chamber; hasn't passed it yet. Engrossed (not reached) Passed the chamber where it was introduced. Enrolled (not reached) Passed both chambers in the same form and sent to the governor or president. Enacted (not reached) Became law: signed, allowed to take effect without a signature, or passed over a veto.
Sponsors Rep. Valerie Foushee (D) Prime sponsor
Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D), Rep. Bennie Thompson (D)
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