AZ SCM1002

Urges United States Congress to implement forward funding for the Higher Education Grant Program of the Bureau of Indian Education, which is authorized under the Snyder Act.

Notes that Indian tribal governments distribute grant funding directly to college students through self-determination contracts and self-governance compacts, with delayed payments creating hardship for students paying tuition, books, and room and board.

Cites precedent for forward funding federal Indian education programs, as BIE-funded schools and tribally controlled colleges and universities already receive forward funding.

Requests forward funding make grant monies available for obligation on July 1 of each fiscal year with funds remaining available through September 30 of the succeeding fiscal year.

Directs Arizona's Secretary of State to transmit copies to the President of the United States Senate, Speaker of the House, and all Arizona members of Congress.