What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 2755.
Support for Students Facing Challenges in College Completion
This act aims to help students from low-income backgrounds, first-generation college enrollees, parenting students, veterans, and students with disabilities complete their studies. Through grants to public institutions, students will receive support such as counseling, financial aid, access to healthcare, and childcare, increasing their chances for educational and career success.
Key points
Public colleges will receive funds for support services to disadvantaged students to help them complete their studies.
Support includes academic and personal advising, financial assistance (e.g., for transportation, housing), tutoring, and access to health and mental health services.
The act also provides support for parenting students, including access to high-quality daycare and pre-kindergarten for their children.
Programs will be implemented to improve soft skills and career counseling to enhance graduates' job market prospects.
States must maintain their current level of higher education funding to receive funds from this program.
Status:
Expired
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