S 5146·Federal·senate
Higher Education Access and Success for Homeless and Foster Youth Act of 2026
In CommitteeFiled Jul 28, 2026
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (D)
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Jul 28, 2026
Summary
The bill would change the Higher Education Act of 1965 to make it easier for students who are homeless or in foster care to receive federal financial aid. It targets youth lacking stable housing or family support, aiming to reduce barriers to college enrollment. The measure seeks to ensure these vulnerable students can access aid more effectively.
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