Congress Finalizes Permanent Funding for Historic Black Colleges

The Future Act restores $255 million annually to HBCUs and other minority-serving institutions. Passed by the House and Senate, it ensures permanent funding by simplifying FAFSA, freeing $2.8 billion over 10 years. Funds are allocated to HBCUs, Hispanic-serving, tribal, and other minority institutions. The act supports STEM learning and financial planning, with political backing from President Trump, who is expected to sign it into law.

What was the outcome of the House vote on the bill restoring funding to HBCUs and other minority-serving institutions?

• 319 to 46 in favor

• 400 to 30 in favor

• 200 to 150 in favor

• 150 to 100 in favor

How does the Future Act propose to simplify the FAFSA process?

• By increasing the number of questions

• By eliminating the need for tax information

• By making it available only online

• By requiring fewer questions and simplifying tax information submission

Which type of institution receives the largest portion of the $2.8 billion freed up by the Future Act?

• Hispanic-serving schools

• HBCUs

• Other minority-serving institutions

• Tribal schools

What is one of the main benefits of the Future Act for minority-serving institutions?

• It reduces the number of students

• It increases tuition fees

• It enables schools to plan financially for the future

• It allows for temporary funding

What has President Donald Trump stated about his administration's efforts regarding HBCUs?

• They will be merged with other institutions

• They are not a priority

• They are a core part of his administration's efforts

• They will receive no funding