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Financial Aid for Students with Disabilities: Pell Grant Changes

New rules make it easier for students with disabilities to access federal Pell Grants. These changes allow them to be treated as full-time students, regardless of their actual course load, and extend the period they can receive support if their disability requires it. This aims to ensure equal access to higher education and degree completion.
Key points
Students with disabilities will be considered full-time students for Pell Grant calculations, even if they attend less than full-time.
The Pell Grant eligibility period can be extended beyond 12 semesters for students with disabilities if required for degree completion due to their condition.
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Additional Information
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to change certain Federal Pell Grant requirements for certain students with disabilities, and for other purposes.
Print number: HR 5739
Sponsor: Rep. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25]
Process start date: 2021-10-26
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Key Questions about Financial Aid for Students with Disabilities: Pell Grant Changes

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 5739.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Students with disabilities will be considered full-time students for Pell Grant calculations, even if they attend less than full-time.
  • The Pell Grant eligibility period can be extended beyond 12 semesters for students with disabilities if required for degree completion due to their condition.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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