An amendment to add Asian Americans to those who fall under Title III (Institutional Aid). The amendment adds that "many Asian Americans students attain a reduced level of academic achievement in postsecondary institutions as a consequence of low socio-economic background, welfare dependency, limited English proficiency and other cultural impediments". Title III gives aid to institutions with high levels of minority students.

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Amendment Number
641
Description
An amendment to add Asian Americans to those who fall under Title III (Institutional Aid). The amendment adds that "many Asian Americans students attain a reduced level of academic achievement in postsecondary institutions as a consequence of low socio-economic background, welfare dependency, limited English proficiency and other cultural impediments". Title III gives aid to institutions with high levels of minority students.
Congress
99
Type
HAMDT
Latest Action Date
Dec 3, 1985
Latest Action Text
Amendment Passed in Committee of the Whole by Voice Vote.
Submitted Date
Dec 3, 1985
Chamber
House of Representatives
Update Date
Jun 30, 2021
Amendment 641 — Informed