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- H.R.2962
H.R.2962: America's College Promise Act of 2015
About This Bill
- Introduced July 8, 2015
- Latest Major Action Nov. 16, 2015
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
111 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - July 8, 2015
Bill Summary
America's College Promise Act of 2015 This bill authorizes the Department of Education (ED) to award grants to states and Indian tribes to waive tuition and fees at community colleges. To receive a grant, states and Indian tribes must agree to waive tuition and fees at all their community colleges and for all eligible students. An eligible student is a first-time student who: (1) qualifies for resident tuition; (2) enrolls at least half-time;...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Nov. 16, 2015 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Training.
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| July 8, 2015 |
Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
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| July 8, 2015 |
Introduced in the House by Robert C. Scott (D-Va.) |