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Impacts and Consequences of One Big Beautiful Bill Act  Pell Changes

The One Big Beautiful Bill includes the Student Success and Taxpayer Savings Act but the changes to the Pell grant included in the bill will lead to anything but student success for community college students who are studying, earning, and hold familiy responsibilities.

House Reconciliation Bill and Presidential Request Released in Same Week

Both proposals stand to make drastic changes to the federal investments in higher education.

Full Steam Ahead on Fiscal Year 2026 Appropriations

As Congress begins their work on Fiscal Year 2026 Appropriations, now is the time for community college leaders to be vocal on the needs of their institutions and the federal programs that support their students.

On Capitol Hill, Concerns Grow Over NSF Cuts Threatening Community College STEM Job Training

Budget cuts, reductions in force, and funding freezes hamstring community college programs around emerging technologies, including AI, quantum, biotechnology, and advanced manufacturing.

McMahon Confirmed as ED Secretary; Announces “Final Mission”

Linda McMahon is confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Education and delivers speech on "final mission" for the Department of Education.

Republican Proposal Would Make College Scholarships Taxable Income

Republican lawmakers are considering making college scholarships fully taxable to help pay for continuing tax cuts that mostly benefit wealthy families.
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