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Tuition-Free Community College Grants and Student Success Support Act

This Act establishes a Federal-State grant program to eliminate tuition and fees for eligible students attending public community colleges, significantly reducing the financial barrier to higher education. It also creates a Student Success Fund to implement evidence-based reforms and provides grants to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) to reduce costs for low-income students. Eligible students gain access to free community college education and enhanced support services like childcare and mental health assistance.
Key points
Eliminates tuition and fees for eligible students at public community colleges through a Federal-State partnership.
Requires states to improve transfer pathways, ensuring associate degrees fully count as the first two years of related bachelor's programs.
Provides funds for comprehensive student support services, including assistance with childcare, transportation, emergency aid, and mental health.
Offers grants to HBCUs, TCUs, and MSIs to waive or significantly reduce tuition for low-income students for up to 60 credits.
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Print number: 118_HR_5998
Sponsor: Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3]
Process start date: 2023-10-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

America’s College Promise Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5998.

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 2023-10-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Eliminates tuition and fees for eligible students at public community colleges through a Federal-State partnership.
  • Requires states to improve transfer pathways, ensuring associate degrees fully count as the first two years of related bachelor's programs.
  • Provides funds for comprehensive student support services, including assistance with childcare, transportation, emergency aid, and mental health.
  • Offers grants to HBCUs, TCUs, and MSIs to waive or significantly reduce tuition for low-income students for up to 60 credits.
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. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3].

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 2025-12-30.

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