H.R. 6543 115th Congress House

Aim Higher Act

Official title: To amend and strengthen the Higher Education Act of 1965 so that every student has a path to a quality, debt-free degree or credential that leads to a rewarding career.

Introduced: July 27, 2018 Introduced by: Robert C. "Bobby" Scott Democratic · Virginia See on congress.gov

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Jul 26, 2018

Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Jul 26, 2018

Introduced in House

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Latest action July 26, 2018

Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Aim Higher Act

This bill amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to reauthorize and revise federal financial aid programs for postsecondary education and institutions of higher education.

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