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To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require certain institutions of higher education to provide notice of tuition levels for students.
2/7/2025, 9:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1090
Bill 119 HR 1090, also known as the Tuition Transparency Act, aims to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 by requiring certain institutions of higher education to provide notice of tuition levels for students. The bill is designed to increase transparency and help students make informed decisions about their education.
Under this proposed legislation, colleges and universities would be required to provide clear and easily accessible information about their tuition rates. This information would include the total cost of attendance, including tuition, fees, and any other expenses students may incur. Additionally, institutions would be required to provide information about financial aid options and the average amount of debt students typically graduate with.
The goal of the Tuition Transparency Act is to empower students and their families to make more informed decisions about where to pursue higher education. By providing clear and comprehensive information about tuition costs and financial aid options, students can better understand the financial implications of attending a particular institution. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1090 seeks to promote transparency and accountability in higher education, ultimately helping students make more informed choices about their educational future.
Under this proposed legislation, colleges and universities would be required to provide clear and easily accessible information about their tuition rates. This information would include the total cost of attendance, including tuition, fees, and any other expenses students may incur. Additionally, institutions would be required to provide information about financial aid options and the average amount of debt students typically graduate with.
The goal of the Tuition Transparency Act is to empower students and their families to make more informed decisions about where to pursue higher education. By providing clear and comprehensive information about tuition costs and financial aid options, students can better understand the financial implications of attending a particular institution. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1090 seeks to promote transparency and accountability in higher education, ultimately helping students make more informed choices about their educational future.
Congressional Summary of HR 1090
Truth in Tuition Act of 2025
This bill requires institutions of higher education (IHEs) that participate in federal student aid programs to provide admitted students with information related to tuition and fees. Specifically, the bill requires an IHE to provide to a student (1) a multi-year tuition and fee schedule; or (2) a single-year tuition and fee schedule and a nonbinding, multi-year estimate of net costs after financial aid is awarded. The Department of Education may waive this requirement under certain circumstances.
Current Status of Bill HR 1090
Bill HR 1090 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 6, 2025. Bill HR 1090 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 6, 2025. Bill HR 1090's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of February 6, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1090
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
5Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1090
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1090
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require certain institutions of higher education to provide notice of tuition levels for students.
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require certain institutions of higher education to provide notice of tuition levels for students.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1090
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