Bills · HR 2809
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2809Student aid and college costsSchool administration
Fair College Admissions for Students Act
INTRO APR 10· LAST ACTION APR 10
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it addresses a long-standing concern about fairness and equity in higher education. Many believe that legacy and donor preferences give an unfair advantage to applicants from wealthier or more connected backgrounds, potentially limiting opportunities for otherwise qualified students.
If this bill becomes law, it could help level the playing field, making college admissions more about a student's achievements and potential rather than their family's history or wealth. This could lead to more diverse student bodies and ensure that federal tax dollars supporting higher education are linked to a more equitable admissions system. If it doesn't become law, colleges will continue to be able to use these preferences, which some argue perpetuates inequality in access to higher education.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Prohibits institutions of higher education that participate in federal student assistance programs from giving preferential treatment in admissions to applicants related to donors.
This aims to reduce the influence of financial contributions on college admissions decisions, promoting a more merit-based process.
PROVISION 02
Prohibits institutions of higher education that participate in federal student assistance programs from giving preferential treatment in admissions to applicants who are relatives of alumni.
This seeks to eliminate the advantage given to 'legacy' applicants, ensuring a more equitable chance for all students regardless of family ties to the institution.
PROVISION 03
Establishes that these changes will take effect starting on the first day of the second 'award year' after the bill becomes law.
This provides institutions with a clear timeframe to adjust their admissions policies and procedures before the new rules are enforced.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 2
R· California
YRS IN OFFICE
5
BILLS LED
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSAPR 10
Introduced in House
APR 10
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 2809
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedApr 10, 2025
Last actionApr 10, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 10, 2025
House BillHR 2809Student aid and college costsSchool administration
Fair College Admissions for Students Act
INTRODUCED APR 10, 2025· LAST ACTION APR 10, 2025
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READING
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COSPONSORS
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