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Affordable College Textbooks: Grants and Price Transparency for Students

This act aims to lower college textbook costs for students by supporting the creation and use of free educational materials. This means students can save money, and colleges will need to provide more information about textbook prices and available free alternatives, making it easier to plan expenses.
Key points
Grant program to support the creation and dissemination of free college textbooks (open educational resources).
Colleges will be required to provide more detailed information on textbook and supplemental material prices, including whether they are open educational resources.
Requirement to make free textbooks available in an easily accessible digital format, with editing and adaptation capabilities, including for students with disabilities.
Colleges must work with bookstores to help students find lower-cost textbook options.
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Print number: 117_S_3818
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2022-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Affordable College Textbook Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3818.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grant program to support the creation and dissemination of free college textbooks (open educational resources).
  • Colleges will be required to provide more detailed information on textbook and supplemental material prices, including whether they are open educational resources.
  • Requirement to make free textbooks available in an easily accessible digital format, with editing and adaptation capabilities, including for students with disabilities.
  • Colleges must work with bookstores to help students find lower-cost textbook options.
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. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

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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