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Jumpstart on College Act: Early College and Dual Enrollment Support

This Act aims to increase the percentage of students, especially those from low-income backgrounds, who complete a postsecondary credential within the normal timeframe. Through grants to schools and states, students will be able to earn college credits while still in high school, making higher education more accessible and accelerating their completion. This means fewer financial barriers and better preparation for future careers.
Key points
Access to free college courses for high school students, eliminating tuition and textbook fees.
Support for high schools and higher education institutions to create programs allowing students to earn college credits before graduating high school.
Priority for programs serving low-income students and those from urban, suburban, and rural areas.
Assistance for high school teachers to obtain qualifications needed to teach college-level courses.
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Print number: 117_S_3639
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2022-02-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Jumpstart on College Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3639.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-02-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Access to free college courses for high school students, eliminating tuition and textbook fees.
  • Support for high schools and higher education institutions to create programs allowing students to earn college credits before graduating high school.
  • Priority for programs serving low-income students and those from urban, suburban, and rural areas.
  • Assistance for high school teachers to obtain qualifications needed to teach college-level courses.
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. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

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 2026-01-02.

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