Education (Higher Education)

in committee · United States · House Feb 26, 2025

HR 1635: Pell to Grad Act

HR 1635, the Pell to Grad Act, extends the maximum eligibility period for Federal Pell Grants from 12 to 16 semesters. It specifically allows students who received Pell Grants for their first undergraduate degree (but completed fewer than 16 semesters of study) to continue using Pell Grants for a subsequent postbaccalaureate program at an eligible institution. This change directly affects undergraduate students who need additional study after their bachelor's degree, such as for certification or a second major, provided they met specific prior Pell Grant usage and eligibility criteria. The bill amends the Higher Education Act to adjust the duration limits for Pell Grant eligibility.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExtends Pell Grant eligibility to support postbaccalaureate education access, increasing financial aid for students pursuing additional credentials beyond a bachelor's degree.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Jul 14, 2025

HR 4379: To amend title 10, United States Code, to require the Secretary of Defense to issue regulations providing for the reimbursement of certain educational expenses for students determined to be medically ineligible for continued participation in the Senior Reserve Officers' Training Corps.

This bill requires the Secretary of Defense to create regulations that reimburse ROTC students for educational costs if they are later found medically ineligible for continued participation. It directly affects students enrolled in the Senior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) at participating colleges who undergo medical eligibility reviews while still required to attend classes. The regulations must cover tuition, fees, lab expenses, and room and board incurred during the review period, with reimbursement processed within 90 days of a claim submission. This policy change ensures students aren’t financially burdened by medical ineligibility decisions that occur after they’ve already paid for their education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationReimburses ROTC students for educational costs due to medical ineligibility, directly supporting higher education access and financial stability for participants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · United States · House Sep 8, 2025

HR 1000: Cyber PIVOTT Act

The Cyber PIVOTT Act creates a program to build a skilled cyber workforce by providing full tuition scholarships to students in two-year cyber or cyber-relevant associate's degree programs at participating community colleges and technical schools. The program requires scholarship recipients to complete a two-year service obligation in a cyber role for federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial government, with exceptions for military service. It includes mandatory skills-based exercises, internships with government agencies or critical infrastructure sectors, and a database of cyber training resources mapped to job roles. The program aims to enroll 250 students in its first year, doubling annually until reaching 1,000 students per year, with a long-term goal of 10,000 students annually within ten years.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides full tuition scholarships for cyber associate's programs at community colleges, directly funding higher education access and workforce development.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds cybersecurity workforce development via tuition scholarships and service requirements, directly enhancing cybersecurity capabilities as defined in the topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Jun 17, 2025

HR 4026: POST Act of 2025

The POST Act of 2025 requires for-profit colleges receiving federal student aid to generate at least 15% of their revenue from non-federal sources, such as tuition, fees, and approved job training contracts, to maintain eligibility for federal funding. It defines "non-federal revenue" to include tuition, campus-based student activities, and non-eligible program fees (e.g., courses not covered by federal aid), while excluding institutional loans, certain scholarships, and most federal funds. Institutions failing this 15% threshold would lose eligibility for at least two years and must demonstrate compliance for two consecutive fiscal years to regain it. The bill also mandates annual reports to Congress detailing each institution's revenue sources from federal and non-federal streams.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill requires for-profit colleges to have sustainable revenue beyond federal aid, promoting financial accountability and protecting student access to quality education through regulated funding.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Feb 18, 2025

HR 1434: Strengthening Communities through Summer Employment Act

HR 1434 authorizes $200 million to $240 million annually (2026-2030) to fund summer youth employment programs for participants under 25, primarily targeting high-unemployment and high-crime communities. It provides competitive grants to states, local governments, or nonprofits to create or expand programs that include subsidized jobs (minimum wage, 4+ weeks), mentoring, career counseling, and post-program support - aimed at improving high school graduation, college enrollment, employment, and reducing crime rates. The bill prioritizes programs serving underserved youth (including rural/suburban areas) and requires grantees to implement specific elements like job training, digital literacy, and employer matching. An Advisory Board oversees grant reviews, evaluates program impact, and maintains a database of outcomes to ensure evidence-based improvements.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds youth employment in high-crime communities to improve graduation rates and reduce recidivism, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds summer programs with mentoring/counseling to improve high school graduation and college enrollment rates, directly advancing educational outcomes.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill funds summer youth employment with minimum wage, targets high-unemployment areas, and includes career support to improve employment outcomes and graduation rates, directly advancing labor & employment standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education K-12 Education Child Labor Minimum Wage Workforce Development

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in committee · United States · House Apr 7, 2025

HR 2664: To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for additional uses of funds for grants to strengthen historically Black colleges and universities, and for other purposes.

HR 2664 amends the Higher Education Act to allow historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) to use federal grant funds for specific arts, arts education, and cultural programs. The bill adds new provisions enabling HBCUs to provide financial aid to arts students, establish outreach programs for arts departments, offer comprehensive support services (like mentorship and career advising), maintain Black art collections, and create paid internships through partnerships with arts organizations. It also authorizes HBCUs to partner with the National Endowment for the Arts to carry out these activities. This amendment directly affects HBCUs by expanding allowable grant uses to address historical underfunding and strengthen arts education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly expands HBCU funding for arts education, student support services, and cultural programs under Higher Education Act, directly advancing educational access and institutional support.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · Senate Sep 18, 2025

S 2876: Tyler Clementi Higher Education Anti-Harassment Act of 2025

This bill requires U.S. colleges and universities to update their anti-harassment policies to explicitly cover online communications (like emails and social media) and all campus activities, including off-campus events and dormitories. It mandates institutions to create clear procedures for reporting harassment based on protected characteristics (such as race, gender identity, or disability), including how they will investigate and respond to incidents. The bill also creates a new $50 million annual grant program to fund schools developing prevention programs, counseling services, or training for students and staff on recognizing and addressing harassment. These requirements supplement existing federal civil rights laws like Title IX but do not replace them.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires colleges to strengthen anti-harassment policies covering online/off-campus activities and allocates $50M for enforcement, protecting student safety in higher education.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · United States · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 6713: Protect Veteran Students, Job Seekers, and Entrepreneurs Housing Act

This bill requires landlords to count VA educational benefits (like tuition assistance for veterans and their families) as income when evaluating rental applications, preventing discrimination against veterans using these benefits. It also limits lease terms to match the duration of the educational benefits and adds a 60-day grace period if veterans temporarily miss program requirements (e.g., missing a class or appointment), preventing immediate loss of benefits. Landlords violating these rules face penalties, including fines or exclusion from federal housing programs. The law directly affects veterans, students, and families receiving VA education benefits who seek housing.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationPrevents housing discrimination against veterans using VA education benefits, directly enhancing educational access by removing a barrier to continued enrollment and program participation.92% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents housing discrimination against veterans by requiring landlords to count VA benefits as income and protect lease terms, strengthening tenant rights.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentPrevents housing discrimination against veterans using VA benefits, aiding job seekers by ensuring stable housing during education/training, aligning with labor protections.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransPrevents housing discrimination against veterans using VA benefits, aligns lease terms with benefit durations, and provides grace periods to protect housing access and stability for veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid Landlords Renters Tenant Rights Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Housing

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in committee · United States · House Aug 27, 2026

HR 2555: Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act of 2026

HR 2555, the Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act of 2025, protects students who join or form single-sex social organizations (like fraternities or sororities) at colleges. It prohibits colleges receiving federal funds from taking negative actions against these students or organizations solely because they limit membership to one sex - such as denying housing, financial aid, leadership roles, or recognition. The bill ensures students can join such groups without coercion and stops colleges from imposing unfair recruitment rules on single-sex organizations compared to others. It does not require colleges to recognize single-sex groups, allow organizations to set their own membership rules, or override Title IX protections.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProtects students' freedom to join single-sex social organizations in higher education without penalty, advancing educational access by preventing discrimination in campus activities.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Mar 26, 2025

HR 2355: Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act of 2025

This bill amends the tax code to allow charitable organizations (501(c)(3) nonprofits) to provide grants for college student housing without losing their tax-exempt status. It specifically permits grants to improve or maintain "collegiate housing property" (where most residents are full-time students at a nearby college) but excludes grants for fitness facilities. The change affects charities seeking to fund student housing infrastructure, clarifying that such grants qualify as charitable under existing tax rules. The policy change applies to grants made after the bill's enactment date.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEnables tax-qualified grants for student housing infrastructure, directly supporting higher education access and campus living conditions without restricting funding.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllows 501(c)(3) nonprofits to fund student housing infrastructure via tax-exempt grants, directly advancing affordable housing access for college students through charitable funding mechanisms.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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