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Student Support: Basic Needs Assistance for College Students

This act aims to facilitate student access to programs supporting their basic needs, such as food, housing, and healthcare. By improving data sharing among government agencies, students applying for financial aid will be more easily identified as potential beneficiaries of existing assistance programs. Additionally, colleges will be able to apply for grants to develop and implement strategies to help students meet their daily needs.
Key points
Easier Access to Aid Programs: Students applying for federal financial aid can consent to data sharing, helping identify them for programs like food stamps, housing assistance, or healthcare.
Grants for Colleges: Institutions can receive funds to develop and implement plans to support students' basic needs, including access to food, housing, transportation, childcare, healthcare, and technology.
Student Community Support: Colleges can use grants to provide free or subsidized food, temporary housing, priority access to on-campus childcare, and educate students about available assistance programs.
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Print number: 117_S_2004
Sponsor: Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]
Process start date: 2021-06-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

BASIC Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2004.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Easier Access to Aid Programs: Students applying for federal financial aid can consent to data sharing, helping identify them for programs like food stamps, housing assistance, or healthcare.
  • Grants for Colleges: Institutions can receive funds to develop and implement plans to support students' basic needs, including access to food, housing, transportation, childcare, healthcare, and technology.
  • Student Community Support: Colleges can use grants to provide free or subsidized food, temporary housing, priority access to on-campus childcare, and educate students about available assistance programs.
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 Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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