HSI Equity Initiative (E.O. 14124)

Summary

Establishes a new government group to help colleges that serve many Hispanic students get more resources and create better opportunities for students.

What problem does this solve?

Colleges serving many Hispanic students get less federal money than other schools, which makes it harder for them to succeed. This order creates a special group to help these schools get more funding and support to improve education and job chances for their students.

What does this order do?

Establishes a White House Initiative for HSIs

Creates the White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity Through Hispanic-Serving Institutions within the Department of Education.

Creates a President's advisory board

Forms the President's Board of Advisors on Hispanic-Serving Institutions, with up to 21 members appointed by the President to provide advice on supporting these schools.

Increases access to federal resources

Directs the new Initiative to identify and promote federal programs and resources for HSIs and break down barriers that prevent them from accessing this support.

Strengthens career pathways for students

Aims to align HSI programs with national economic needs, focusing on high-demand fields like science, technology, engineering, math (STEM), and teaching.

Boosts federal recruitment at HSIs

Calls for strengthening federal government recruitment activities at HSIs to create clear and fair pathways for students, faculty, and alumni to get federal jobs.

Highlights funding disparities

Notes that per-student federal funding at HSIs is 25% less than at other institutions, establishing the need for increased financial support.

Who does this affect?

Hispanic and Latino students
Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs)
Faculty and staff at HSIs

What is the real world impact?

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Strengthens educational pathways for Hispanic and Latino students

Aims to improve college access, completion, and success for a large and growing student population by supporting the institutions they most often attend.

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Addresses funding inequality in higher education

Highlights that HSIs receive 25% less federal funding per student and seeks to close this gap, providing these schools with resources to better serve their students and communities.

When does this start?

This order takes effect immediately as of its signing on July 17, 2024.