Education (Higher Education)

in committee · United States · Senate Mar 24, 2026

S 4177: Student Athlete Act of 2026

This bill establishes federal rules for college student athletes, primarily affecting institutions of higher education and the National Collegiate Athletic Association. It guarantees that student athletes have five consecutive years of eligibility to compete in intercollegiate sports, regardless of injuries or other circumstances. The legislation also sets new transfer portal regulations, requiring athletes to sit out one academic year after transferring except for their first transfer, and mandates that schools honor financial aid commitments when students move to new institutions. Additionally, the bill prevents states from passing laws that conflict with these federal provisions or restrict student athlete rights under the new rules.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill protects student athletes' eligibility and transfer rights, supporting higher education access and student welfare in college sports programs.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Mar 19, 2026

HR 8009: Student Protection and Success Act

This bill would require colleges to demonstrate that at least 15% of their student loan borrowers successfully reduce their loan principal within two years of entering repayment, or risk losing eligibility for federal student loan programs starting in fiscal year 2028. It also creates a new bonus grant program for institutions with repayment rates above 25% and requires colleges to pay fees based on the amount of loans their students fail to repay. The legislation defines repayment success as borrowers who are not in default and have made at least a one-dollar reduction in their principal balance, while excluding students in deferment for military service, graduate school, or public service.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill aims to improve student loan repayment outcomes and create incentives for institutions to support successful student financial outcomes, indirectly supporting educational access and success.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 26, 2026

S 4269: Restoring College Access and Affordability Act

This bill, the Restoring College Access and Affordability Act, primarily reverses several changes made to federal student loan and grant programs in previous legislation. It restores previous loan limits, repayment terms, and deferment options that were altered by prior laws, affecting current and future student borrowers. The bill also modifies eligibility rules for Pell Grants and adjusts criteria for determining which educational programs can be deemed low-earning, specifically including programs that award associate's degrees and certificates. Additionally, it delays certain federal regulations related to borrower defense claims and closed school discharges, while reducing the excise tax on private college endowment income to 1.4 percent.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill restores federal student loan limits and Pell Grant eligibility, increasing access to higher education funding and supporting educational budget programs.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill restores college access and affordability by reversing restrictions on student loans and grants, expanding educational access and financial support for higher education.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 3993: Reducing Arbitrary Barriers to Apprenticeship Act of 2026

This bill, known as the Reducing Arbitrary Barriers to Apprenticeship Act of 2026, changes how veterans receive educational assistance when they choose apprenticeships or on-the-job training instead of traditional four-year college programs. It directly affects veterans eligible for Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits, the All-Volunteer Force Educational Assistance Program, and Selected Reserve educational benefits. The bill increases monthly housing stipends for apprenticeship participants and removes minimum attendance requirements for those working in construction-related occupations. These changes aim to make non-college training pathways more financially viable for veterans seeking to build careers through hands-on experience.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access for veterans by supporting apprenticeship and on-the-job training programs, increasing housing stipends and removing barriers to alternative education paths.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands educational and training benefits for veterans, increasing housing stipends and removing barriers to apprenticeship programs, which strengthens workforce development and employment opportunities.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands educational assistance options for veterans by supporting apprenticeships and on-the-job training, increasing housing stipends, and removing barriers to alternative education paths.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Apprenticeships Workforce Development Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Employment

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signed · United States · House Dec 12, 2025

HR 983: Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserves Tuition Fairness Act of 2025

Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserves Tuition Fairness Act of 2025 This act requires that the Department of Veterans Affairs disapprove courses of education provided by educational institutions that charge higher than in-state tuition for individuals utilizing the Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserve education benefits while living in the state where the education is located, regardless of the individual’s state of residence.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access for veterans by ensuring tuition fairness, allowing them to attend out-of-state schools at in-state rates.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands educational benefits for Selected Reserve veterans by ensuring they receive in-state tuition rates regardless of residence, strengthening their access to education.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education National Guard & Reserve Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

in committee · United States · House Mar 9, 2026

HR 7885: Cybersecurity Skills Integration Act

This bill directs the U.S. Secretary of Education to create a pilot program that awards competitive grants to partnerships between colleges and employers to integrate cybersecurity training into postsecondary career and technical education programs. The grants, up to $500,000 each, are intended to help prepare workers for critical infrastructure sectors like energy, water, and transportation by teaching cybersecurity skills aligned with national workforce standards. To receive funding, partnerships must include at least one college and two or more employers in a critical infrastructure sector, and they must submit detailed plans covering curriculum development, workforce needs, diversity goals, and how they will sustain the programs after the grant period ends. The bill also requires recipients to report annually on how funds were used, student outcomes, and employment results, with a total funding authorization of $10 million.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes grants to integrate cybersecurity education into postsecondary programs, expanding educational access and workforce training opportunities.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes grants for cybersecurity education integration in workforce training, directly enhancing cybersecurity capabilities and workforce preparedness.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Curriculum Higher Education Cybersecurity

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 11, 2026

S 4056: Proprietary Education Oversight Task Force Act

This bill creates a new Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Committee composed of representatives from multiple federal agencies including the Department of Education, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Department of Justice, and others. The committee will coordinate oversight of for-profit colleges that receive federal student aid, share complaint information among agencies, and publish an annual report on institutional performance and enforcement actions. The bill also establishes a 'For-Profit College Warning List' that would publicly identify institutions facing lawsuits, settlements, or federal assistance suspensions, requiring written responses from schools before publication.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill strengthens oversight of for-profit colleges receiving federal aid, protecting students and improving educational accountability through enhanced reporting and interagency coordination.85% confidence

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

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 2, 2026

S 3957: NSF AI Education Act of 2026

The NSF AI Education Act of 2026 directs the National Science Foundation to award scholarships and fellowships to undergraduate and graduate students studying artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and related fields. The bill establishes new programs to support AI education at community colleges, vocational schools, and historically underserved institutions, including priority funding for rural, Tribal, and minority-serving institutions. It also authorizes grants for AI research in agriculture and advanced manufacturing, requires the development of guidance for AI use in K-12 education, and mandates the creation of workforce frameworks for AI and other emerging technologies. The legislation includes provisions to restrict funding to institutions with certain civil rights violations and establishes requirements for oversight of public-private partnerships and foreign contributions.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill directs NSF to award scholarships and fellowships for AI education, establishes new programs at community colleges and underserved institutions, and provides priority funding for rural and minority-serving institutions.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill directs NSF to award scholarships and fellowships for AI education, establishing new programs to support AI education at community colleges and underserved institutions, explicitly advancing technology education.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education K-12 Education Student Financial Aid Artificial Intelligence Emerging Technology

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 11, 2026

S 4047: Kids in Classes Act

This bill, titled the Kids in Classes Act, allows local school districts to use Title I federal education funds directly to parents if a school fails to provide in-person instruction for more than three days due to public health emergencies or collective bargaining disputes. Under the new provisions, parents would receive direct payments equal to the per-student funding amount for each day the school remains closed, which they can use for educational expenses such as tutoring, online learning materials, private school tuition, or educational therapies for students with disabilities. The bill requires school districts to establish a payment plan and verify that funds are spent on qualified educational expenses through receipts or by requiring returns of unused amounts within 30 days of the school reopening.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides alternative funding to parents when schools close, ensuring continued educational access and protecting student learning opportunities during disruptions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education School Choice School Funding

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 17, 2026

S 4114: Student Protection and Success Act

This bill, titled the Student Protection and Success Act, requires colleges and universities to share financial risk with the federal government by making payments based on how many student loans remain unpaid. Starting in fiscal year 2028, institutions with a cohort repayment rate of 15 percent or lower would lose eligibility for federal student loan programs for up to three years, while colleges with rates above 25 percent could receive bonus grants to support low-income students. The bill also establishes a new payment system where schools must contribute a percentage of the outstanding loan balances for borrowers who have not made progress on paying down their debt, with exceptions for students in deferment due to military service, graduate school, or other qualifying circumstances. These measures aim to hold institutions accountable for student loan outcomes while providing incentives for improving access and success for economically disadvantaged students.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts government funding by threatening to cut federal student loan programs for institutions with low repayment rates, limiting state budget flexibility in higher education.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill aims to improve student loan repayment rates, protecting students from debt burdens and enhancing access to higher education through accountability measures.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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