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Court Legal Access and Student Support Act of 2023

12/7/2023, 5:06 PM

Summary of Bill S 3107

Bill 118 s 3107, also known as the Court Legal Access and Student Support Act of 2023, aims to provide increased legal access and support for students in the United States. The bill focuses on ensuring that students have the resources and assistance they need to navigate the legal system, particularly in cases involving education-related issues.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to fund legal assistance for students facing legal challenges. This program would provide funding to organizations that offer legal services to students, helping to ensure that all students have access to representation when needed.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to support students who are experiencing homelessness or are in foster care. These students often face unique legal challenges, and the bill seeks to provide them with the support they need to navigate the legal system and access the resources available to them. Overall, Bill 118 s 3107 aims to improve legal access and support for students in the United States, particularly those facing challenging circumstances such as homelessness or foster care. By providing funding for legal assistance and support services, the bill seeks to ensure that all students have the resources they need to succeed in school and beyond.

Congressional Summary of S 3107

Court Legal Access and Student Support Act of 2023 or the CLASS Act of 2023

This bill prohibits institutions of higher education (IHEs) that participate in federal student aid programs from restricting students' ability to pursue claims against IHEs in court. In addition, the bill makes mandatory arbitration agreements inapplicable to enrollment agreements between students and IHEs.

Current Status of Bill S 3107

Bill S 3107 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 24, 2023. Bill S 3107 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on October 24, 2023.  Bill S 3107's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S5146) as of October 24, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3107

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
16
Democrat Cosponsors
16
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3107

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3107

Court Legal Access and Student Support Act of 2023
Court Legal Access and Student Support Act of 2023
A bill to provide that chapter 1 of title 9 of the United States Code, relating to the enforcement of arbitration agreements, shall not apply to enrollment agreements made between students and certain institutions of higher education, and to prohibit limitations on the ability of students to pursue claims against certain institutions of higher education.

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