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Emergency Financial Aid for Students: New College Grant Program

This act establishes an emergency grant aid program for college students to help them with unforeseen financial difficulties. Colleges can apply for funds to provide students with support for educational costs or other challenges that might prevent them from continuing their studies. The goal is to ensure students do not have to drop out due to unexpected financial problems.
Key points
Students can receive financial aid for urgent expenses, such as living or educational costs, that threaten their ability to continue their studies.
Colleges will be responsible for awarding grants, and their applications must detail criteria and distribution methods.
Grants will not be counted as student income or affect eligibility for other public benefits, ensuring no reduction in other aid.
Colleges will be required to report on how funds were used, including the number of students who received aid and the types of emergencies supported.
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Print number: 117_HR_8247
Sponsor: Rep. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25]
Process start date: 2022-06-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Emergency Grant Aid for College Students Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8247.

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 2022-06-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Students can receive financial aid for urgent expenses, such as living or educational costs, that threaten their ability to continue their studies.
  • Colleges will be responsible for awarding grants, and their applications must detail criteria and distribution methods.
  • Grants will not be counted as student income or affect eligibility for other public benefits, ensuring no reduction in other aid.
  • Colleges will be required to report on how funds were used, including the number of students who received aid and the types of emergencies supported.
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: Introduced in House

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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