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Increased Pell Grants: Supporting Lower-Income Students

This bill aims to increase the value of federal Pell Grants to keep pace with rising education costs. This will give students from less affluent families a better chance to cover their college expenses, making higher education more accessible and reducing their financial burden.
Key points
Pell Grant values will be automatically adjusted for inflation, preventing a decline in their purchasing power.
The changes aim to ensure grants cover a larger percentage of education costs than they currently do.
Increased financial support for lower-income students, making college more accessible.
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Print number: 118_HR_1742
Sponsor: Rep. Casten, Sean [D-IL-6]
Process start date: 2023-03-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Pell Grant Sustainability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1742.

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 2023-03-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Pell Grant values will be automatically adjusted for inflation, preventing a decline in their purchasing power.
  • The changes aim to ensure grants cover a larger percentage of education costs than they currently do.
  • Increased financial support for lower-income students, making college more accessible.
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. Casten, Sean [D-IL-6].

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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