JOBS Act of 2023

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Explore the details of House Bill 793 JOBS Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Education. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2024, 8:30 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 793

Jumpstart Our Businesses by Supporting Students Act of 2023 or the JOBS Act of 2023

This bill expands student eligibility for Pell Grants by establishing the Job Training Federal Pell Grant program.

Specifically, the bill requires the Department of Education to award a job training Pell Grant to a student who does not have a degree; attends an institution of higher education (IHE); is enrolled in a career and technical education program at an IHE that provides 150 to 600 clock hours of instructional time over a period of 8 to 15 weeks and provides training aligned with high-skill, high-wage, or in-demand industry sectors (i.e., job training programs); and meets all other eligibility requirements for a Pell Grant.

Additionally, the bill specifies that any period during which a student receives a job training Pell Grant counts toward that student's Pell Grant eligibility period.

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Current Status of Bill HR 793

Bill HR 793 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 2, 2023. Bill HR 793 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 2, 2023. Bill HR 793's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of February 2, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 793

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 793

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 793

JOBS Act of 2023JOBS Act of 2023Jumpstart Our Businesses by Supporting Students Act of 2023To extend Federal Pell Grant eligibility of certain short-term programs.

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