Promoting Advancement Through Transit Help to College Act

Bill 117 HR 6036, also known as the Promoting Advancement Through Transit Help to College Act, aims to provide financial assistance to college students for transportation expenses. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 15, 2021.

The main purpose of this legislation is to help alleviate the financial burden that many college students face when it comes to transportation costs. The bill proposes to establish a grant program that would provide funding to colleges and universities to assist students with transportation expenses, such as bus passes, train tickets, or gas money.

The bill also includes provisions to ensure that the grant funds are used specifically for transportation assistance and not for any other purposes. Additionally, the legislation requires colleges and universities to report on how the grant funds are being used and the impact they are having on students. Overall, the Promoting Advancement Through Transit Help to College Act seeks to support college students in their academic pursuits by providing them with the financial assistance they need to access reliable transportation options. This bill is currently under review in the House of Representatives and has the potential to positively impact the lives of many college students across the country.