Emergency Grant Aid for College Students Act

Hozzl · 2025-01-04T11:12:26Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2967 Emergency Grant Aid for College Students Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Education. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/4/2025, 11:12 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2967

Bill 118 hr 2967, also known as the Emergency Grant Aid for College Students Act, was introduced in the US Congress to provide financial assistance to college students facing unexpected emergencies. The bill aims to help students who may be struggling to cover basic needs such as food, housing, and transportation due to unforeseen circumstances.

Under this legislation, colleges and universities would receive funding to establish emergency grant aid programs for students in need. These grants would be used to help students facing financial hardships that could potentially derail their academic progress. The bill also includes provisions to ensure that the funds are distributed in a timely and efficient manner to those who need it most.

Supporters of the Emergency Grant Aid for College Students Act argue that providing this assistance can help prevent students from dropping out of school due to financial difficulties. By addressing these emergency needs, the bill aims to support students in their pursuit of higher education and ultimately improve their chances of success in the workforce. Critics of the bill may raise concerns about the cost of implementing such a program and the potential for abuse or misuse of the funds. However, proponents argue that the benefits of helping students stay in school and complete their degrees outweigh these potential drawbacks. Overall, the Emergency Grant Aid for College Students Act seeks to provide much-needed support to college students facing financial emergencies, with the goal of ensuring that all students have the opportunity to succeed in their academic pursuits.

Congressional Summary of HR 2967

Emergency Grant Aid for College Students Act

This bill directs the Department of Education to establish a grant program for institutions of higher education to provide emergency financial-aid grants to students.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2967

Bill HR 2967 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 27, 2023. Bill HR 2967 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 27, 2023. Bill HR 2967's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2967

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2967

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Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2967

Emergency Grant Aid for College Students ActEmergency Grant Aid for College Students ActTo amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to establish an emergency grant aid program, and for other purposes.

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