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Standardized Financial Aid Offers for College Students

This act mandates a standardized financial aid offer form for college students. This will help students and their families better understand the true cost of college, available grants and scholarships, and loan repayment terms. The goal is to increase transparency and facilitate informed financial decisions regarding education.
Key points
All colleges will be required to use a single, standardized financial aid offer form, making it easier to compare offers.
The form will clearly display total college costs, separating them from non-repayable grants and scholarships.
Information on student loans will be presented clearly, indicating they must be repaid, with links to repayment calculators.
The form will include information on potential benefits for veterans and servicemembers, and work-study opportunities.
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Print number: 118_HR_1198
Sponsor: Rep. Kim, Young [R-CA-40]
Process start date: 2023-02-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Understanding the True Cost of College Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1198.

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 2023-02-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All colleges will be required to use a single, standardized financial aid offer form, making it easier to compare offers.
  • The form will clearly display total college costs, separating them from non-repayable grants and scholarships.
  • Information on student loans will be presented clearly, indicating they must be repaid, with links to repayment calculators.
  • The form will include information on potential benefits for veterans and servicemembers, and work-study opportunities.
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. Kim, Young [R-CA-40].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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