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Read. Follow. Verify.Proposed Changes to Native Arts and Culture Grant Rules
Record date · July 9, 2024
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What This Bill Would Do
This bill updates the rules for federal grants supporting Native Hawaiian art and culture, specifically changing how s for these projects are structured. It also removes a specific restriction on private entities regarding the American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian Culture and Art Development Act.
The bill changes the eligibility and governance requirements for organizations receiving federal funding for Native Hawaiian cultural projects, which may impact how these grants are managed and who is eligible to serve on their oversight boards.
- Ms. Tokuda, Mrs. Peltola, and Mr. Case are members of the U.S. House of Representatives. context
- The Committee on Education and the Workforce is a standing committee of the U.S. House of Representatives responsible for oversight of education and labor-related legislation. context
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Native Hawaiian cultural organizations
These organizations must now ensure their governing boards include specific representation and that members serve fixed terms to qualify for grants.
Native Hawaiian artists and cultural experts
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Governance Standardization
The bill shifts from general oversight to requiring specific demographic and professional representation on governing boards for Native Hawaiian cultural grants.
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