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College Transparency Act: Better Data for Students

This act establishes a new student data system to help prospective students and their families make informed decisions about higher education. It will provide easy access to information on college costs, completion rates, and post-graduation earnings, allowing citizens to assess the value of their educational investment.
Key points
A secure student data system will be created to collect information on student enrollment, progression, completion, and post-collegiate outcomes.
Students and families will gain access to user-friendly information about institutions, including costs, completion rates, and graduate earnings.
The system will protect student privacy, ensuring personally identifiable information is not publicly disclosed.
Reporting burdens for higher education institutions will be reduced through streamlined data collection.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2511
Sponsor: Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]
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_S_2511.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A secure student data system will be created to collect information on student enrollment, progression, completion, and post-collegiate outcomes.
  • Students and families will gain access to user-friendly information about institutions, including costs, completion rates, and graduate earnings.
  • The system will protect student privacy, ensuring personally identifiable information is not publicly disclosed.
  • Reporting burdens for higher education institutions will be reduced through streamlined data collection.
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 Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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