Not adopted
This amendment was never taken up, and the bill finished without it. It was never voted on.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Pending Consideration
- Failed
What this amendment would do
This amendment would change the requirements for student eligibility under the Higher Education Act of 1965.
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The amendment modifies the definition of who is eligible to include a citizen or national of the United States.
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It also includes an alien who is lawfully admitted for permanent residence under the Immigration and Nationality Act.
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Additionally, it includes an individual who lawfully resides in the United States in accordance with a Compact of Free Association.
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These changes would take effect on July 1, 2026.
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The new rules would apply to the 2026-2027 award year and all years following it.
- 6/29/2025
- Senate amendment submitted
This bill has no cosponsors