Recognizing the 80th anniversary of the Fulbright Program.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (31 Aug 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
What this bill does
H.Res. 1501 is a symbolic resolution recognizing the 80th anniversary of the Fulbright Program, established by the Fulbright Act of 1946 and administered by the State Department's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. The resolution notes the program's history and scope, including that it provides roughly 9,000 grants annually, operates in more than 160 countries, and has involved participants from all U.S. states and several territories. It also cites notable alumni, such as Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, heads of state, and members of Congress.
The resolution does not create new law, funding, or policy requirements. Instead, it formally states that the House recognizes the anniversary, encourages continued congressional support for the Fulbright Program and similar cultural exchange initiatives, congratulates past and current Fulbright award recipients, and calls on students, scholars, and professionals worldwide to pursue international exchange opportunities. As such, it primarily affects public recognition of the program rather than any specific group through binding action.
The bill was introduced on August 31, 2026, by Rep. French Hill of Arkansas, along with several cosponsors, and referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. As a simple House resolution, it would require passage by the House to take effect, but even if adopted, it would carry no legal force beyond expressing the House's sentiment.
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Timeline
31 Aug 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1501 do?
- H.Res. 1501 is a symbolic resolution recognizing the 80th anniversary of the Fulbright Program, established by the Fulbright Act of 1946 and administered by the State Department's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. The resolution notes the program's history and scope, including that it provides roughly 9,000 grants annually, operates in more than 160 countries, and has involved participants from all U.S. states and several territories. It also cites notable alumni, such as Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, heads of state, and members of Congress. The resolution does not create new law, funding, or policy requirements. Instead, it formally states that the House recognizes the anniversary, encourages continued congressional support for the Fulbright Program and similar cultural exchange initiatives, congratulates past and current Fulbright award recipients, and calls on students, scholars, and professionals worldwide to pursue international exchange opportunities. As such, it primarily affects public recognition of the program rather than any specific group through binding action. The bill was introduced on August 31, 2026, by Rep. French Hill of Arkansas, along with several cosponsors, and referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. As a simple House resolution, it would require passage by the House to take effect, but even if adopted, it would carry no legal force beyond expressing the House's sentiment.
- Has H.Res. 1501 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 1501. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1501?
- H.Res. 1501 was sponsored by Rep. Hill, J. French [R-AR-2] (R-AR), with 5 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1501?
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (31 Aug 2026).
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