Education (Higher Education)

in committee · United States · House Jun 23, 2025

HR 4085: Haskell Indian Nations University Improvement Act

The Haskell Indian Nations University Improvement Act would establish Haskell Indian Nations University as a federally chartered corporation with its own independent board of trustees, removing it from direct management by the Bureau of Indian Education. This change would allow the university to accept private donations as a tax-exempt charitable organization, develop its own master plan for facilities, and better manage its operations. The university currently provides tuition-free higher education to over 900 Indian students representing approximately 140 tribes across the United States. The bill aims to address longstanding challenges in educational quality and campus maintenance, which have been cited in congressional inquiries.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes autonomous governance for Haskell Indian Nations University, enabling private donations and facility planning to strengthen higher education access and operations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Tags Tribal Nations

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in committee · United States · House Mar 3, 2025

HR 1818: Aviation Workforce Development Act

HR 1818, the Aviation Workforce Development Act, expands tax-advantaged 529 college savings plans to cover costs for aviation maintenance and commercial pilot training. It allows families to use 529 funds for tuition, fees, books, and equipment at qualifying schools - specifically aviation maintenance technician programs under FAA Part 147 rules or commercial pilot courses at FAA-certified flight schools (Part 61 or Part 141). The bill directly affects students pursuing these aviation careers by making their training more affordable through existing tax-advantaged savings accounts. The change applies to distributions made after the law's enactment date.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax-advantaged 529 plans to cover aviation training costs, extending existing tax benefits for families without increasing taxes or defunding programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands 529 college savings to cover aviation training costs, increasing access to higher education funding for specific career pathways.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands 529 plans for aviation training, directly funding workforce development in high-demand sectors, advancing employment opportunities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Workforce Development

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in committee · United States · House Jan 16, 2025

HR 486: Young Americans Financial Literacy Act

HR 486, the Young Americans Financial Literacy Act, authorizes $27.5 million to $55 million annually through 2029 to fund competitive grants for centers of excellence focused on financial literacy education for individuals aged 8-24. These centers, established by eligible institutions like schools, nonprofits, or financial organizations, must develop research-based programs covering budgeting, debt management, student loan guidance, and avoiding pitfalls like predatory lending. The bill specifically requires programs to address at-risk populations, include evidence-based teaching methods, and serve groups such as high school graduates, college students, young families, and military personnel. It mandates annual reporting to Congress on grant recipients and the populations they serve, with funding ending in 2029.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $27.5M-$55M annually for financial literacy programs teaching budgeting/debt management, directly funding fiscal responsibility initiatives.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill funds $27.5M-$55M annually for financial literacy education programs (ages 8-24) through competitive grants, directly enhancing student programs and expanding educational access in schools/institutions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education K-12 Education Student Financial Aid

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passed · United States · House Jan 26, 2026

HR 6359: Pregnant Students’ Rights Act

This bill requires colleges receiving federal student aid to provide clear information about pregnancy-related accommodations and resources to all students annually. It mandates institutions to send emails to enrolled students each academic year, include details in student handbooks and orientations, and display the information at health centers and on websites. The disclosure must cover campus/community resources for pregnant students, available accommodations, and how to file complaints under Title IX regarding pregnancy discrimination. The bill does not create new rights but ensures existing protections and resources are communicated to students. It directly affects all participating colleges and pregnant students enrolled in higher education programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates colleges to provide pregnancy accommodations info, enhancing student access and support in higher education through required resources and transparency.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates colleges to provide pregnancy-related health resources and accommodations, improving student access to healthcare services and protecting patient rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Nov 19, 2025

HR 6133: Jumpstart on College Act

The Jumpstart on College Act provides $250 million annually to support early college high schools and dual enrollment programs that allow high school students to earn college credits while still in high school. It funds partnerships between colleges and high schools to help low-income students and those from underrepresented groups complete postsecondary credentials within normal timeframes. The bill requires grantees to track student outcomes by demographic groups, use funds for program coordination and professional development, and ensure college credits earned are transferable. States receiving grants must develop statewide strategies to expand access to these programs and address achievement gaps. The legislation emphasizes program quality through established standards and requires annual reporting on student progress toward earning college credits and diplomas.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides $250M annually for early college/dual enrollment programs targeting low-income/underrepresented students, expands access to postsecondary credentials, and mandates demographic outcome tracking.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Higher Education K-12 Education

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in committee · United States · House Apr 10, 2025

HR 2845: PROSPECT Act

The PROSPECT Act creates federal grants to provide free, high-quality infant and toddler child care for student parents attending community colleges and minority-serving institutions. It authorizes four types of grants: planning grants to assess child care needs, access grants to provide direct child care (with a goal of serving 500,000 children), impact grants to expand community child care capacity, and pipeline grants to develop child care worker training programs. The access grants require child care centers to provide nontraditional hours, support for dual language learners, and ensure staff wages are comparable to elementary educators. The bill aims to reduce barriers to education completion for student parents, who are nearly twice as likely to leave college before graduating compared to students without children. The legislation includes detailed reporting requirements on student persistence rates, child care access, and demographic data to track the program's impact.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides federal grants for free child care for student parents at community colleges/minority-serving institutions, directly enhancing access to higher education by removing a key barrier.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides free child care for student parents at colleges, enabling workforce participation and education continuity, directly advancing employment opportunities for caregivers.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood Higher Education

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in committee · United States · House Jun 17, 2025

HR 4020: To authorize the Secretary of Defense to enter into arrangements with institutions of higher education to provide dual or concurrent enrollment programs for students enrolled in schools operated by the Department of Defense Education Activity, and for other purposes.

HR 4020 authorizes the Department of Defense Education Activity (DODEA) to partner with colleges and universities, allowing students in DODEA schools (which serve military-connected children, including those overseas) to take college courses while still in high school. The bill enables dual enrollment programs where students earn both high school and college credits, with the government covering associated costs through financial assistance. Key provisions require formal agreements between DODEA and higher education institutions, ensuring courses align with both high school graduation requirements and college degree pathways. This directly affects DODEA students in 150+ schools globally, providing early college access without requiring prior high school graduation.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAuthorizes DODEA dual enrollment with government-funded college credits, expanding educational access for military-connected students.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum Higher Education K-12 Education

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 4, 2025

S 826: Preventing Antisemitic Harassment on Campus Act of 2025

This bill amends the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Higher Education Act to specifically address antisemitic harassment at colleges and universities receiving federal funding. It adds "religion" to protected categories under Title VI, defines antisemitism (including harassment targeting Jewish individuals or institutions), and requires schools to actively prevent such discrimination. Schools found violating these provisions face escalating fines (10% for second violations, 33% for third within five years) of their federal funding, plus mandatory notifications to students and staff. The law emphasizes enforcing existing civil rights protections against antisemitism "no less vigorously" than other discrimination, without creating new legal standards or infringing on First Amendment rights.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates protections against antisemitic harassment in higher education institutions, strengthening campus safety and inclusion under educational policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · United States · House Feb 6, 2025

HR 1055: CONSTRUCTS Act of 2025

The CONSTRUCTS Act of 2025 creates a federal grant program to fund training programs at community colleges and career schools focused on residential construction careers. It targets rural areas and underserved populations - including veterans, low-income individuals, and groups with historically low representation in construction - to develop skills in trades like carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, and HVAC. Grants, totaling $20 million annually from 2026-2030, require flexible scheduling, partnerships with construction employers, and plans to increase affordable housing supply through workforce development. The bill directly affects community colleges in rural or underserved regions and their students seeking residential construction careers.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds community college training programs for construction careers, targeting underserved populations and expanding educational access in higher education/vocational training.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds construction training for residential trades, addressing workforce shortages to advance housing development and affordability.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFunds training programs for construction careers targeting underserved workers, advancing employment opportunities and workforce development in high-demand sectors.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly targets veterans as a beneficiary group for construction career training, supporting veteran employment through federal grants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Higher Education Student Financial Aid Affordable Housing Property Development Apprenticeships Labor Standards Workforce Development Tags Rural Communities

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 1, 2025

S 1244: Education Savings Accounts for Military Families Act of 2025

This bill creates "Military Education Savings Accounts" that would provide eligible military children with funds for educational expenses. The program would give parents of military dependents (children of active-duty service members who attended public school for 100+ consecutive days the previous year) up to $6,000 in the first year, with annual increases based on inflation. Parents could use these funds for private school tuition, tutoring, online learning, educational materials, and other approved educational expenses, but not for public school full-time enrollment. The program would prioritize accounts for siblings of previously enrolled children, then children of enlisted members, warrant officers, and finally commissioned officers, with accounts terminating when children turn 22 (or 26 for those with disabilities) or enroll full-time in public school.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a new funding program for military families, increasing government spending on education services.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates $6,000+ annual funds for military children's education expenses, expanding access to private school, tutoring, and learning resources beyond public schools.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education School Choice

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