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Permanent Funding and Program Changes for SOAR Scholarships

This act provides permanent funding for the SOAR scholarship program, increasing its budget. It also introduces changes to school accreditation rules, expands student support to include tutoring, and modifies how the program is evaluated to better measure educational progress and graduate success.
Key points
Increased Funding: The SOAR scholarship program will receive permanent funding of $75 million annually, ensuring its long-term stability.
Student Support: The program can allocate more funds for tutoring services for students needing additional academic assistance, prioritizing those from the lowest-performing schools.
Program Evaluation Changes: Program evaluation will now focus on academic progress, high school and college graduation rates, and parent/student satisfaction, aiming to better reflect its effectiveness.
New Accreditation Rules: Participating schools can be accredited by a broader range of institutions, including those recognized by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's student and visitor exchange program.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_954
Sponsor: Rep. Moolenaar, John R. [R-MI-2]
Process start date: 2025-02-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SOAR Permanent Authorization Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_954.

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 2025-02-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased Funding: The SOAR scholarship program will receive permanent funding of $75 million annually, ensuring its long-term stability.
  • Student Support: The program can allocate more funds for tutoring services for students needing additional academic assistance, prioritizing those from the lowest-performing schools.
  • Program Evaluation Changes: Program evaluation will now focus on academic progress, high school and college graduation rates, and parent/student satisfaction, aiming to better reflect its effectiveness.
  • New Accreditation Rules: Participating schools can be accredited by a broader range of institutions, including those recognized by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's student and visitor exchange program.
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. Moolenaar, John R. [R-MI-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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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