Proposals by Republican lawmakers in Washington aim to impose significant restrictions on federal financial aid, particularly affecting Pell Grants crucial for low-income students. Over 700,000 California students depend on these grants, and cuts could lead to diminished college enrollment, particularly among students of color and low-income households. Education leaders from several California universities urged Congress to protect these funds, emphasizing the potential destructive impact of the proposed bill, which seeks to cap loans and eliminate aid based on earnings. The outcome could threaten college affordability and access.
Republican lawmakers are considering proposals that would dramatically limit Pell Grants, which have been essential for low-income students, potentially leading to fewer college enrollments.
California's education leaders are warning that proposed cuts to federal financial aid will disproportionately impact students of color and low-income populations in particular.
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