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Senate Condemns Botched FAFSA Rollout: Financial Aid Delays Harm Students.

The Senate strongly condemns the Department of Education for the delayed and problematic implementation of the FAFSA Simplification Act. These delays meant students received crucial financial aid information months late, often after the National College Decision Day. The resolution demands the Department identify and fix the issues immediately to ensure a smooth process for the 2025–2026 academic cycle.
Key points
The FAFSA application for 2024/2025 launched late, and student data was sent to colleges months behind schedule, causing significant uncertainty.
Students had less time to weigh financial options for college, particularly impacting vulnerable groups like youth experiencing homelessness.
The Senate calls for the Secretary of Education to testify and for immediate corrective action to prevent future disruptions to student aid.
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Print number: 118_SRES_795
Sponsor: Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]
Process start date: 2024-08-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution condemning the botched rollout by the Department of Education of the FAFSA Simplification Act.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_795.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-08-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The FAFSA application for 2024/2025 launched late, and student data was sent to colleges months behind schedule, causing significant uncertainty.
  • Students had less time to weigh financial options for college, particularly impacting vulnerable groups like youth experiencing homelessness.
  • The Senate calls for the Secretary of Education to testify and for immediate corrective action to prevent future disruptions to student aid.
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 Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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