Easier Access to Higher Education for Dreamer Students
This act aims to facilitate access to higher education for students who arrived in the U.S. as children and meet specific criteria. It prohibits discrimination based on immigration status in admissions and tuition fees, and ensures data confidentiality. This will allow more individuals to pursue their education and careers.
Key points
No Discrimination: Colleges cannot deny admission or discriminate against Dreamer students based on their immigration status.
Equal Tuition: Dreamer students who qualify as state residents will pay the same tuition rates as other state residents.
Data Confidentiality: Information provided by Dreamer students is protected and cannot be used for immigration purposes or disclosed to unauthorized individuals.
Access to Financial Aid: Dreamer students will be eligible to apply for federal financial aid for their studies.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1701
Sponsor: Rep. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ-3]
Process start date: 2023-03-22