$10 Billion for Community College Infrastructure: New Campuses, Housing, and Transit.
This bill authorizes $10 billion for a grant program from 2026 to 2035 to support public community colleges. The funding aims to establish new institutions in underserved areas, upgrade existing infrastructure, and provide essential student support services like affordable housing, childcare, and improved public transportation access. This initiative is designed to make higher education more accessible and improve learning conditions for citizens.
Key points
Funding for constructing and expanding community colleges in regions lacking access to two-year institutions.
Grants can be used to create affordable on-campus housing and childcare facilities for students and staff.
Improved college accessibility through investments in public transportation, including subsidized fares and adding new routes/stops.
Expired
Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_5185
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2024-09-25