FAFSA Deadline Act

Hozzl · 2025-01-04T11:12:26Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8932 FAFSA Deadline 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 8932

The FAFSA Deadline Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 8932, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. This bill aims to extend the deadline for submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) from June 30th to September 15th each year.

The FAFSA is a crucial form that students must fill out in order to be considered for federal financial aid for college. By extending the deadline, this bill seeks to provide students and their families with more time to gather the necessary information and complete the form accurately.

Proponents of the FAFSA Deadline Act argue that the current June 30th deadline is too early and can be a barrier for students who may need more time to navigate the financial aid process. By pushing the deadline back to September 15th, more students may be able to access the financial assistance they need to pursue higher education. Opponents of the bill may argue that extending the deadline could delay the processing of financial aid applications and potentially impact the distribution of funds to students in a timely manner. However, supporters believe that the benefits of giving students more time to complete the FAFSA outweigh any potential drawbacks. Overall, the FAFSA Deadline Act aims to make the financial aid application process more accessible and equitable for all students, regardless of their circumstances. It is currently under review in Congress, and its fate will be determined by lawmakers in the coming months.

Congressional Summary of HR 8932

FAFSA Deadline Act

This bill requires the Department of Education (ED) to make the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) available by October 1 of each year. (Students apply for federal student aid by completing the FAFSA.)

Under current law, ED must enable applicants to submit the FAFSA and initiate the processing of submitted FAFSAs by January 1 of the applicant's planned year of enrollment, and to the maximum extent practicable, on or around October 1 prior to the applicant's planned year of enrollment. This bill removes the January 1 flexibility and imposes a statutory deadline for release of the FAFSA as October 1.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8932

Bill HR 8932 is currently in the status of Became Public Law since December 11, 2024. Bill HR 8932 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 5, 2024. Bill HR 8932's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 118-145. as of December 11, 2024