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Impact of HSI Eligibility & Funding

HACU needs advocates to share their stories of successes at HSIs and the value of serving the Hispanic higher education community. Tell us how HSI funding has impacted institutional programs and students. Add your voice to advocacy efforts before Congress and the administration.
Urge Congress to Support the BRIDGE Act

Contact your members of Congress, to urge them to co-sponsor & support the BRIDGE Act. The bill would provide temporary relief to the more than 753,000 individuals, also known as DREAMers, from deportation and ensure employment authorization to those who are eligible for the Department of Homeland Security’s DACA program.
Urge Your Representative to Join the Congressional HSI Caucus

Contact your member of Congress, to urge him/her to join the Congressional HSI Caucus. The Caucus is an important tool and a way to engage with Members of Congress and their staff in meaningful way about the importance and value of HSIs.
Urge Congress to Pass the Dream Act

Contact your members of Congress, to urge them to co-sponsor & support the Dream Act of 2017. The legislation will benefit those deserving young immigrants who were brought to the country as children by giving them the opportunity to continue pursuing the American Dream.
Urge Congress to Oppose the PROSPER Act

Contact your Member of Congress to oppose the PROSPER Act. The bill would have negative effects on the ability of HSIs to serve Hispanic & underrepresented college students by limiting resources, increasing barriers to support programs, & failing to address the dearth of Hispanics in STEM fields.