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Emergency Grant Aid for College Students Act
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.
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
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1344
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1344
Primary Policy Focus
EducationAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 1344
Emergency Grant Aid for College Students Act
Emergency Grant Aid for College Students Act
A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to establish an emergency grant aid program, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1344
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