119-SRES-601 Journalist Public Summary
119 · SRES 601 A resolution designating the week beginning February 2, 2026, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week".
The Senate agreed to S.Res. 601 on February 5, 2026, to name February 2–8, 2026 “National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week”; as a simple Senate resolution, it is symbolic and does not change law. (congress.gov)
Public Summary — Document 119-SRES-601
Headline Summary: The Senate passed a bipartisan resolution to recognize the week of February 2–8, 2026 as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week, honoring the role and achievements of TCUs. (congress.gov)
What It Does: S.Res. 601 designates the week beginning February 2, 2026 for national recognition of Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs), noting there are 35 TCUs on 90+ campuses in 16 states serving students from more than 250 federally recognized Tribes. It invites the public and organizations to mark the week with supportive activities. (congress.gov)
- Who’s For It: Led by Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-NM) and Sen. Steve Daines (R-MT), the measure drew broad bipartisan support from dozens of co-sponsors across both parties in the Senate. (congress.gov)
- Related support in the House: A companion measure for 2026 observance (H.Res. 1033) was introduced by Rep. Sharice Davids (D-KS). (congress.gov)
- Who’s Against It: No recorded opposition; the Senate agreed to the resolution without a roll‑call vote. (congress.gov)
What’s Next: Nothing further is required. As a simple Senate resolution, S.Res. 601 is a ceremonial statement of the Senate; it does not go to the House or the President and does not change federal law or provide funding. (senate.gov)
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