"The FAFSA form is live, and the department is actively processing online submissions and sending them to schools so they can get financial aid into the hands of students," remarks Education Secretary Miguel Cardona, highlighting the operational status of FAFSA following extensive beta testing.
"Traditionally, the form comes out on Oct. 1, a deadline both chambers of Congress have now opted to mandate via law. Last year, Education opened it in late December," underlining the importance of timely FAFSA launches for college financial aid.
"But delays and tech issues - like being blocked from starting an application at all, or getting an incorrect student aid estimate - dogged the process for many," revealing the significant challenges faced during the previous year's rollout.
"Education counted over 40 separate technical issues with the initial rollout, according to the Government Accountability Office," reflecting the hurdles that needed to be overcome for the FAFSA's successful launch.
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