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Pell Plus Act: Enhanced Financial Aid for Students and Institutions

The Pell Plus Act of 2023 establishes a new Pell Plus program, starting from the 2025-2026 academic year, providing students with an additional federal grant equal to their Pell Grant. To qualify, students must meet specific academic progress requirements, and participating institutions must also contribute their own funds. The goal is to facilitate degree completion within four years.
Key points
Eligible students will receive an additional federal grant (Pell Plus Grant) equal to their standard Pell Grant, effectively doubling their financial support.
Participating institutions must provide matching funds, equal to the Pell Plus Grant amount, from their own non-federal resources (e.g., institutional grants, tuition waivers).
The program aims to encourage students to complete their first undergraduate baccalaureate course of study within a maximum of four academic years, with progress monitoring.
The combined total of Pell Grant, Pell Plus Grant, and institutional funds cannot exceed the student's total cost of attendance.
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Print number: 118_HR_5489
Sponsor: Rep. Joyce, David P. [R-OH-14]
Process start date: 2023-09-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Pell Plus Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5489.

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 2023-09-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Eligible students will receive an additional federal grant (Pell Plus Grant) equal to their standard Pell Grant, effectively doubling their financial support.
  • Participating institutions must provide matching funds, equal to the Pell Plus Grant amount, from their own non-federal resources (e.g., institutional grants, tuition waivers).
  • The program aims to encourage students to complete their first undergraduate baccalaureate course of study within a maximum of four academic years, with progress monitoring.
  • The combined total of Pell Grant, Pell Plus Grant, and institutional funds cannot exceed the student's total cost of attendance.
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. Joyce, David P. [R-OH-14].

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 2025-12-25.

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