Reverse Transfer Efficiency Act of 2021

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Explore the details of House Bill 4533 Reverse Transfer Efficiency Act of 2021 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Education. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/31/2022, 5:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4533

Bill 117 HR 4533, also known as the Reverse Transfer Efficiency Act of 2021, aims to improve the process of transferring credits between two-year and four-year institutions for students who have completed some college coursework but have not yet obtained a degree. The bill seeks to streamline the reverse transfer process, which allows students to retroactively earn an associate's degree while pursuing a bachelor's degree.

The Reverse Transfer Efficiency Act of 2021 would establish a grant program to assist institutions in implementing reverse transfer agreements and systems. These agreements would allow for the seamless transfer of credits between institutions, ensuring that students receive credit for all coursework completed and are able to earn their associate's degree if eligible.

Additionally, the bill would require the Department of Education to provide guidance and best practices for institutions to improve the reverse transfer process. This would help ensure that students are aware of their eligibility for an associate's degree through reverse transfer and are able to take advantage of this opportunity. Overall, the Reverse Transfer Efficiency Act of 2021 aims to increase the number of students who earn associate's degrees through reverse transfer, ultimately improving their educational outcomes and increasing their opportunities for success in the workforce.

Congressional Summary of HR 4533

Reverse Transfer Efficiency Act of 2021

This bill allows the release of a transfer student's educational records from an institution of postsecondary education where a student earned credit for coursework to an institution of postsecondary education where the student was previously enrolled in order to apply the student's coursework and credits toward completion of a recognized postsecondary credential, such as an associate's degree.

Specifically, the bill allows the Department of Education to provide funding to an institution of postsecondary education that releases a student's records of postsecondary coursework and credits without the consent of the student or the student's parents if the student provides written consent prior to receiving the credential.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4533

Bill HR 4533 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 19, 2021. Bill HR 4533 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 19, 2021. Bill HR 4533's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of July 19, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4533

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4533

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Potential Impact Areas

- Education programs funding

- Employment and training programs

- Higher education

- Licensing and registrations

- Right of privacy

- Student records

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4533

To amend the General Education Provisions Act to allow the release of education records to facilitate the award of a recognized postsecondary credential.

Reverse Transfer Efficiency Act of 2021