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Expressing support for the designation of June 23, 2022, as National Federal Pell Grant Day.

12/29/2022, 5:33 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 1193

Bill 117 HRES 1193, also known as the National Federal Pell Grant Day resolution, aims to express support for designating June 23, 2022, as National Federal Pell Grant Day. The Federal Pell Grant program is a crucial source of financial aid for low-income students pursuing higher education in the United States.

The resolution highlights the importance of the Federal Pell Grant program in providing access to higher education for millions of students each year. It acknowledges the program's role in helping students from disadvantaged backgrounds achieve their academic and career goals.

The resolution also recognizes the impact of the Federal Pell Grant program on reducing financial barriers to higher education and promoting economic mobility. It emphasizes the program's contribution to increasing college enrollment rates and graduation rates among low-income students. By designating June 23, 2022, as National Federal Pell Grant Day, the resolution aims to raise awareness about the importance of the Federal Pell Grant program and its impact on students across the country. It encourages individuals and organizations to celebrate the day and show support for expanding access to higher education through financial aid programs like the Federal Pell Grant. Overall, Bill 117 HRES 1193 underscores the significance of the Federal Pell Grant program in promoting educational equity and opportunity for all students, regardless of their socioeconomic background. It serves as a reminder of the importance of investing in higher education and ensuring that all students have the resources they need to succeed academically and professionally.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1193

This resolution celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Federal Pell Grant program and expresses support for the designation of National Federal Pell Grant Day.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1193

Bill HRES 1193 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 21, 2022. Bill HRES 1193 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 21, 2022.  Bill HRES 1193's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of June 21, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1193

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
266
Democrat Cosponsors
232
Republican Cosponsors
34
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1193

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Potential Impact Areas

- Commemorative events and holidays
- Education of the disadvantaged
- Higher education
- Student aid and college costs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1193

Expressing support for the designation of June 23, 2022, as National Federal Pell Grant Day.
Expressing support for the designation of June 23, 2022, as National Federal Pell Grant Day.

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