Education (Higher Education)

passed · United States · House Mar 9, 2026

HR 6472: Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act

Territorial Student Access to Higher Education Act This bill requires public institutions of higher education that participate in federal student aid programs to charge no more than in-state tuition and fee rates to students who are residents of Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, or the U.S. Virgin Islands, provided they are also U.S. nationals.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires in-state tuition for territorial students, expanding higher education access for U.S. nationals in territories.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Sep 18, 2025

HR 5458: CCAMPIS Reauthorization Act

Child Care Access Means Parents In Schools Reauthorization Act or the CCAMPIS Reauthorization Act This bill reauthorizes through FY2031 and revises the Child Care Access Means Parents in School Program. The program awards grants to support the participation of eligible low-income parents in postsecondary education through the provision of campus-based child care services. Among other revisions to the program, the bill increases the minimum and maximum grant amounts, allows grant funds to be used for additional purposes (e.g., child care subsidies and support services), and specifies additional grant application requirements.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill reauthorizes and increases funding for campus child care grants, enabling low-income parents' access to postsecondary education - directly expanding educational access and supporting higher education participation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood Higher Education

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in committee · United States · House Aug 19, 2025

HR 4999: Fusion Workforce Act

The Fusion Workforce Act (HR 4999) creates dedicated funding streams - $20 million annually for the National Science Foundation and $10 million annually for the Department of Energy - to support workforce development in fusion-related fields. It directly affects institutions of higher education (including community colleges, minority-serving institutions, and Tribal Colleges), National Laboratories, and industry partners by requiring grants for developing fusion-focused curricula, teacher training, hands-on learning experiences, and industry partnerships. Key mechanisms include establishing a national Fusion Education and Workforce Coordination Hub to share resources and address workforce gaps, supporting industry professional instructors in classrooms, and prioritizing outreach to underrepresented groups and rural communities. The bill mandates concrete activities like creating stackable credentials, modernizing lab facilities, and connecting students to internships, all aligned with fusion industry needs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds fusion-focused curricula development and teacher training at higher ed institutions, directly advancing educational programs in STEM workforce development.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill allocates $30M annually for fusion workforce development, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure and workforce training in fusion technology.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds fusion energy workforce development, promoting clean energy technology that reduces emissions and supports environmental protection.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill provides dedicated funding for fusion workforce development, directly supporting technology advancement in energy sector through education and training programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Teachers

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in committee · United States · House Aug 12, 2025

HR 4949: Apprenticeships for Small Businesses Act of 2025

This bill creates a new tax credit for small businesses to support workforce training. It allows eligible small businesses to claim a credit equal to 50% of qualified wages paid to employees under 21 or enrolled in approved apprenticeships, community college programs, or career training related to the business, plus qualified workmen’s compensation expenses, capped at $10,000 per year. The credit applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025, and is designed to directly benefit small businesses seeking to train young workers through structured educational programs. It does not change existing labor laws but provides a financial incentive to invest in employee development.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit reducing small business tax burden for workforce training, directly providing tax relief under Budget & Taxes policy framework.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates tax credit for businesses supporting apprenticeships and community college programs, directly expanding career training access for youth under 21.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides tax credit for small businesses to fund apprenticeships and workforce training, directly advancing worker skill development and employment opportunities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Career & Technical Education Higher Education Apprenticeships Child Labor Workforce Development Tags Small Business

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in committee · United States · House Jan 28, 2025

HR 808: Fairness for the Trades Act

HR 808, the "Fairness for the Trades Act," would allow individuals using 529 college savings accounts to cover certain trade-related business expenses as qualified higher education costs. Specifically, it expands the definition of "qualified expenses" to include tools and equipment (like hand tools or specialized machinery) used in designated skilled trades, such as construction, plumbing, electrical work, and maintenance, as listed by specific industry codes. This change directly affects people saving for trade careers through 529 plans, enabling them to use account funds for equipment purchases instead of just tuition or books. The bill does not alter tax rates or create new funding but modifies existing 529 account rules to support trade training costs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax-advantaged 529 plan usage for trade tools, providing tax relief for skilled trades workers by broadening qualified expenses.92% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands 529 plan eligibility to cover trade tools/equipment, increasing access to higher education funding for skilled trades programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Jul 25, 2025

HR 4769: Foster Youth Mentoring Act of 2025

The Foster Youth Mentoring Act of 2025 authorizes federal grants to fund structured mentoring programs for children in foster care (under 18) and youth with foster care experience (up to age 26). It requires grantees to provide trained mentors (adult or peer), ensure cultural competence, conduct background checks, and match mentors with mentees for at least one year to support academic, social, and emotional needs. Programs must prioritize input from youth, recruit diverse mentors reflecting foster youth demographics, and coordinate with child welfare and education systems. The bill allocates $50 million annually for fiscal years 2026-2027, mandating annual reports on program reach, mentor demographics, and outcomes like school attendance and college enrollment. This directly affects over 390,000 foster youth annually by expanding access to evidence-based mentoring.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes federal grants to fund foster youth mentoring programs, directly allocating public funds for essential services.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMentoring programs for foster youth reduce recidivism risk, aligning with criminal justice reform goals of prevention and rehabilitation.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes federal grants for mentoring programs addressing academic needs of foster youth, directly enhancing educational access and outcomes for a vulnerable group within the education system.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Tags Children

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in committee · United States · House Jan 9, 2025

HR 266: Educational Opportunity and Success Act of 2025

The Educational Opportunity and Success Act of 2025 increases funding for Federal TRIO programs, which support low-income and first-generation college students, by raising minimum grant amounts and authorizing $1.1 billion for fiscal year 2025. It shifts grant award criteria from "prior experience" to "prior success" in achieving quality service delivery, and adds protections to prevent rejections for minor technical errors like formatting mistakes or small budget rounding errors - allowing applicants 14 days to correct these before final decisions. The bill also updates documentation requirements for proving low-income status (e.g., using Pell Grant eligibility or school lunch program data) and increases per-student funding for specific programs like Upward Bound and the Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program. These changes aim to streamline access to support while ensuring fairer grant evaluations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $1.1B for TRIO programs, directly increasing public education funding allocation under state budget priorities for low-income student support.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases funding for TRIO programs by $1.1B, expands access for low-income/first-gen students, and strengthens grant protections to advance educational opportunity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Jan 21, 2026

HR 6498: Student Financial Clarity Act of 2025

The Student Financial Clarity Act of 2025 requires colleges and the Department of Education to provide more transparent financial information about college costs and aid to prospective students. It establishes standardized definitions for terms like "net price required for completion" and mandates that the College Scorecard website include detailed, disaggregated data on costs, financial aid, time to completion, and student earnings by program of study and student characteristics such as income, race, and enrollment status. The bill also creates a Universal Net Price Calculator to help students estimate their costs based on their specific circumstances and requires colleges to make their own net price calculators available on their websites. This information aims to help students and families make more informed decisions about college affordability and financial aid. The changes will take effect for the 2027-2028 academic year.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires transparent college cost/aid data to improve student financial decision-making and access to higher education, aligning with educational access and affordability indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Sep 19, 2025

HR 5532: To direct the Secretary of Education to establish a program to facilitate the transition to tuition-free community college in certain States, and for other purposes.

HR 5532 would establish a federal program to provide grants to states that develop comprehensive plans for tuition-free community college. States would receive funding to cover tuition costs for eligible students and provide direct aid for non-tuition expenses like housing, childcare, transportation, and food insecurity. The program requires states to create interagency committees coordinating workforce, education, and human services systems, with priority for low-income students, those without postsecondary credentials, and students facing employment barriers. It mandates data collection on enrollment, retention, completion rates, and outcomes related to in-demand industry sectors, with implementation over a 5-year period using 100% federal funding for tuition costs. This would affect community college students in participating states who meet eligibility requirements, including those without high school diplomas or postsecondary credentials.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates federal grants for tuition-free community college, covering tuition and non-tuition expenses (housing, childcare, etc.), prioritizing low-income students. Directly funds and expands higher education access.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly includes 'housing' as an eligible expense for direct aid under tuition-free community college program, funding housing costs for students.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Jan 12, 2026

HR 7019: Campus Prevention and Recovery Services for Students Act of 2026

This bill amends the Higher Education Act to require colleges and universities receiving federal funds to implement evidence-based programs preventing alcohol and substance misuse among students and staff, replacing outdated terms like "drug abuse" with "substance misuse." It establishes a $15 million annual grant program (2027-2031) to fund recovery support services, integrated mental health and substance use care, overdose prevention, and campus-wide crisis response training. Institutions must certify compliance with these programs and report on implementation to Congress. The law directly affects all eligible higher education institutions, mandating updated prevention frameworks and collaboration with health agencies.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates $15M annual grant for mental health/substance misuse prevention in higher education, amending Higher Education Act to require these services, directly advancing student well-being and educational access.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $15M annually for campus mental health/substance use services, integrated care, and overdose prevention under Higher Education Act.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Mental Health Substance Abuse

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