Basic Assistance for Students In College Act: Food, Housing, and Aid Access
This bill aims to improve college students' access to essential basic needs programs like food and housing assistance. It mandates that students applying for federal financial aid be informed about their potential eligibility for various federal benefit programs. Furthermore, colleges may apply for grants to build infrastructure and programs designed to address student basic needs, such as food, housing, and child care.
Key points
The Secretary of Education must notify students applying for federal financial aid if they are potentially eligible for major federal assistance programs (e.g., SNAP, Medicaid, housing aid).
Colleges can apply for implementation grants (up to $1 million over 5 years) to establish programs, hire staff, and coordinate efforts to combat student food and housing insecurity.
Federal agencies must share data securely to identify students enrolled in higher education who may be eligible for basic needs support.
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