A new proposal in the House may lead to substantial cuts in Pell Grant funding, set to affect around 480,000 Texas students. This plan suggests reducing the maximum Pell Grant award by $1,500 and restricting eligibility based on credit hours, potentially resulting in a loss of nearly $493 million in financial aid. While Texas does offer some financial support, it is insufficient to cover the gap left by possible Pell cuts, underlining the importance of the grants for the poorest students in accessing higher education.
The proposed cuts to Pell Grants would dramatically impact nearly half a million Texas students, potentially reducing their financial aid by $353 million to $493 million.
Currently, the Pell Grant serves as the largest source of grant aid for Texas' lowest-income students, essential for their ability to attend college.
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