To direct the Secretary of Education to establish a program to facilitate the transition to tuition-free community college in certain States, and for other purposes.
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Latest Action · September 19, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.R. 5532 directs the Secretary of Education to establish a federal grant program that provides states with funding to make community college tuition-free for eligible students. States that participate must create coordinated plans involving workforce and education agencies, prioritize support for low-income individuals and those facing employment barriers, and develop career pathways aligned with job market demand. The federal government will cover 100% of implementation costs over five-year periods (with up to one year for planning and a minimum of four years for implementation), and states must distribute at least 80% of funds directly to students in the form of tuition waivers and emergency aid ranging from $1,500-$2,500 annually, while using the remaining funds for wraparound services like childcare, housing, and transportation. The bill also requires states to hire "navigators" to help students access financial aid and support services, and mandates annual public reporting on student outcomes, employment changes, and access to benefits broken down by race, ethnicity, and income. Funding is authorized "as necessary" for fiscal years 2026 through 2030.
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