What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 9824.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-09-25.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr9824/BILLS-118hr9824ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Foushee, Valerie P. [D-NC-4].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 9824

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College Thriving Act: New life skills courses for first-year students.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Establishes a grant program to fund "skills-for-success" courses for all first-year college students at participating institutions. Courses must cover mental well-being, time management, coping with stress, and building healthy relationships, often being pass/fail or ungraded. Eligible institutions can receive a minimum of $1 million over five years, with priority given to HBCUs.

This legislation authorizes grants for colleges to implement "skills-for-success" courses for all incoming first-year students. The goal is to equip students with essential non-academic tools, such as stress management, time organization, and mental well-being strategies. Institutions, particularly Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), can receive at least $1 million over five years to develop and fully implement these programs.

Key points

Establishes a grant program to fund "skills-for-success" courses for all first-year college students at participating institutions.

Courses must cover mental well-being, time management, coping with stress, and building healthy relationships, often being pass/fail or ungraded.

Eligible institutions can receive a minimum of $1 million over five years, with priority given to HBCUs.

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Additional Information

College Thriving Act

Print number: HR 9824

Sponsor: Rep. Foushee, Valerie P. [D-NC-4]

Process start date: 2024-09-25

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