Emergency Grant Aid for College Students Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T16:07:20Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1344 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.

12/15/2023, 4:07 PM

Summary of Bill S 1344

Bill 118 s 1344, also known as the Emergency Grant Aid for College Students Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to provide emergency grant aid to college students who are facing financial hardship due to unforeseen circumstances.

The bill outlines that the Secretary of Education will allocate funds to institutions of higher education to provide emergency grant aid to students who have experienced unexpected financial challenges that may prevent them from continuing their education. These grants are intended to help students cover expenses such as tuition, housing, food, and other basic needs.

In order to qualify for emergency grant aid, students must demonstrate that they are facing financial hardship as a result of a qualifying emergency, such as a natural disaster, medical emergency, or loss of income. The bill also specifies that institutions must prioritize students with the greatest financial need when distributing these grants. Overall, the Emergency Grant Aid for College Students Act aims to support students in overcoming financial obstacles that may otherwise prevent them from completing their education. By providing emergency grant aid, this legislation seeks to ensure that all students have the opportunity to pursue their academic goals, regardless of their financial circumstances.

Congressional Summary of S 1344

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 S 1344

Bill S 1344 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 27, 2023. Bill S 1344 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 27, 2023. Bill S 1344's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of April 27, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1344

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Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1344

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

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