Congress
Community Colleges to Suffer if Congress Doesn’t Reverse NSF Budget Cuts
NSF budget cuts will stifle emerging technology-focused education at community colleges.
Congress' Funding Cuts Will Hurt Community College Students and Stifle Innovation
Since the historic bipartisan CHIPS & Science Act was passed, community colleges’ role in the innovation economy has grown significantly. But Congress’s recent funding cuts to science agencies, including at the National Science Foundation (NSF), have jeopardized critical funding for community colleges and their ability to expand access to good-paying jobs catalyzed by CHIPS investments.
House Committee Passes Workforce Pell & WIOA Reauthorization
The House Committee on Education and the Workforce advances the Bipartisan Workforce Pell Act and WIOA Reauthorization, marking crucial progress for community colleges. The bills address key priorities, extending Pell eligibility and enhancing workforce development grants to bolster community college roles in meeting industry needs.
10 CHIPS Emerging Technology Areas Shaping the Future of Work
Congress enshrined 10 emerging technology focus areas in the CHIPS and Science Act to focus America's technology and job creation strategy.
Higher Ed Programs in Peril: A Closer Look at FY 2024 Appropriations
As the landscape of the FY 2024 appropriations cycle becomes clearer, one thing is certain: budget cuts are looming. With education programs in jeopardy and over 60 programs facing elimination, concerns are mounting. Stay tuned as we take a closer look at the potential impact of these cuts on higher education.
Workforce Pell in the 118th Congress
With momentum building, where does Workforce Pell stand amidst the divided Congress?
