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Making Education Affordable and Accessible Act

12/31/2022, 4:59 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4090

Bill 117 HR 4090, also known as the Making Education Affordable and Accessible Act, aims to address the rising costs of higher education in the United States. The bill proposes several measures to make college more affordable for students and their families.

One key provision of the bill is the expansion of federal financial aid programs, such as Pell Grants, to provide more assistance to low-income students. This would help alleviate the financial burden of tuition, fees, and other expenses associated with attending college.

Additionally, the bill seeks to increase transparency in college pricing by requiring institutions to disclose the true cost of attendance, including hidden fees and expenses. This would help students and families make more informed decisions about where to pursue their education. Furthermore, the Making Education Affordable and Accessible Act includes provisions to incentivize states to invest more in higher education and reduce tuition costs for students. This would help ensure that a college education remains within reach for all Americans, regardless of their financial background. Overall, Bill 117 HR 4090 aims to make higher education more affordable and accessible for all students, ultimately helping to close the opportunity gap and promote economic mobility in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 4090

Making Education Affordable and Accessible Act

This bill reauthorizes through FY2027 and revises the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE) program.

The bill also authorizes new grants under the FIPSE program. Specifically, the Department of Education may award grants to institutions of higher education for dual or concurrent enrollment programs or early college high school programs that allow high school students to earn postsecondary credits.

Current Status of Bill HR 4090

Bill HR 4090 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 23, 2021. Bill HR 4090 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 23, 2021.  Bill HR 4090's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of June 23, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4090

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4090

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4090

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to make college affordable and accessible.
Making Education Affordable and Accessible Act
Making Education Affordable and Accessible Act

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