Expressing the sense of Congress that August 30, 2024, be observed as the 134th anniversary of the 1890 Institutions.

HRES 1424 is a symbolic resolution designating August 30, 2024, as the 134th anniversary observance of the 1890 Institutions. These are 19 historically Black land-grant universities established under the Second Morrill Act of 1890, including institutions like Tuskegee University and Florida A&M University. The resolution does not create new policy or funding but asks Congress to recognize these institutions’ contributions through official ceremonies and events. It highlights their roles in agricultural education, research, and community extension, acknowledging their ongoing partnership with the USDA. The resolution focuses solely on commemoration, with no direct impact on legislation or funding.