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College Transparency Act: Better Data for Student Choices and Outcomes

This act establishes a new student data system to help prospective students and their families make informed decisions about higher education. It provides easy access to information on college costs, completion rates, and graduate earnings, allowing citizens to assess the potential return on their educational investment. The act also ensures student data privacy while reducing reporting burdens for institutions.
Key points
New student data system: Provides easier access to information on colleges, programs, and graduate outcomes, aiding educational choices.
Cost and outcome transparency: Students and families will see data on tuition, financial aid, completion rates, and post-graduation earnings.
Privacy protection: The system will safeguard personal student data, prohibiting the release of sensitive information like health records or grades.
Reduced burden for colleges: Aims to streamline and minimize reporting requirements for higher education institutions.
Research access: Allows access to anonymized data for research purposes, supporting analysis of the higher education system.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4806
Sponsor: Rep. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-8]
Process start date: 2025-07-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

College Transparency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4806.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New student data system: Provides easier access to information on colleges, programs, and graduate outcomes, aiding educational choices.
  • Cost and outcome transparency: Students and families will see data on tuition, financial aid, completion rates, and post-graduation earnings.
  • Privacy protection: The system will safeguard personal student data, prohibiting the release of sensitive information like health records or grades.
  • Reduced burden for colleges: Aims to streamline and minimize reporting requirements for higher education institutions.
  • Research access: Allows access to anonymized data for research purposes, supporting analysis of the higher education system.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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Education Informatization