S. 943 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Johnson-O'Malley Supplemental Indian Education Program Modernization Act
S. 943 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Apr 26, 2017, sponsored by Heidi Heitkamp with 4 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 26, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 4
- Policy area
- Native Americans
- Public law
- Public Law 115-404
What it does
Johnson-O'Malley Supplemental Indian Education Program Modernization Act This bill requires the Department of the Interior to annually update the number of Indian students eligible for the Johnson-O'Malley Program (JOM Program). The JOM Program awards contracts to tribal organizations, schools, states, and others to educate Indian students. Under the program, the contract amounts are based on the number of students served.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Heidi Heitkamp (D-ND). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 2 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 26, 2017
- Passed the SenateMar 22, 2018
- Passed the HouseDec 11, 2018
- Sent to the PresidentDec 27, 2018
- Became lawDec 31, 2018
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-404. (Dec 31, 2018)
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Committees
- Education and the Workforce Committee
- Indian Affairs Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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