Pell Grant Flexibility Act
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Committee Activity
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- House Committee on Education and WorkforceReferred To · 2025-04-08
Plain-English Summary
The proposal would give students more flexibility in how they use federal Pell Grants by allowing them to pursue shorter-term education programs, apprenticeships, and other training options beyond traditional four-year college degrees. Currently, Pell Grants are primarily available for students enrolled in degree programs, so this change would expand access to financial aid for workers seeking to gain new skills through certificate programs, trade schools, and other alternative pathways. The change would affect millions of students and workers looking for ways to advance their careers without necessarily pursuing a traditional college degree.
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