What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 4270.
Improving College Access and Support for Homeless and Foster Youth.
This bill removes barriers to higher education for homeless youth and those formerly in foster care. It mandates that colleges designate liaisons to assist these students with financial aid, housing, and support services. Crucially, it grants priority access to campus housing, including during school breaks, and ensures they receive in-state tuition rates at public institutions.
Key points
Colleges must appoint dedicated liaisons to help homeless and foster youth access financial aid, housing, healthcare, and support services.
Homeless and foster youth receive priority access to institutionally owned housing, including during academic breaks.
Guarantees in-state tuition rates at public colleges and universities, regardless of their current residency status.
Streamlines the process for determining independent student status for financial aid purposes and prioritizes them for Federal Work-Study jobs.
Status:
Expired
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