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“Only about 6% of borrowers use private student loans, part of the problem is that many of them borrow from private lenders without even filling out the FAFSA or starting with federal loans that come with more protections," says TICAS' Ellie Bruecker via @WSJ.com

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TICAS #HigherEd expert Michele Zampini spoke with @eastbaytimes.com about the impact of proposed cuts to federal #FinAid: “Whenever investment in higher education and financial aid decreases, the students most impacted are those from the lowest-income backgrounds.” Read more here: buff.ly/MT0iwJ0

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Opening #Pell to unaccredited programs risks the grant’s long-term stability, funding options that are unlikely to pay off for students. Read more here: buff.ly/qpNaUfP

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1/3 We applaud the MI Legislature's 25-26 budget proposals' commitment to #HigherEd for Michiganders. The proposals represent a bipartisan interest in making #HigherEd: more affordable, easier to navigate, & more transparent on how state investments impact students & families.

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1/2 NEW | Disconnects between national and state/local advocacy organizations can miss how student-centered programs function on the ground— and overlook bipartisan opportunities for improvement.

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According to TICAS President @gadkaree.bsky.social, the Senate budget reconciliation proposal “would cause widespread harm to American families by making college more expensive & student debt harder to repay.”

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President @gadkaree.bsky.social warns the Senate’s budget reconciliation proposal could add to the challenges borrowers already face as student loan collections resume—“making student debt much harder to repay, & unleashing an avalanche of student loan defaults.”

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1/2 Earlier this month, TICAS President Sameer Gadkaree released a statement urging Congress to reject the Senate budget reconciliation proposal.

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“If adopted, [the proposed cuts] would require millions of students to drop out or take on more debt — and deny countless low- and moderate-income students the chance to attend college,” - TICAS President @gadkaree.bsky.social‬ on the proposed #PellGrant cuts. buff.ly/ektTN4i

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“Borrowers have fewer resources than ever to navigate their repayment options—and those options are ever shifting.” Our April blog breaks down what policymakers should do to help borrowers who are in default. Read more from Forbes here: buff.ly/iRlHM4m Read our blog here: buff.ly/aGSKWC3

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Tell #Congress to #VoteNO on legislation that would severely restrict college access for millions of Americans by slashing #Pell and #FinAid programs, removing essential protections, and making it harder to repay student loan debt. Take action here: buff.ly/k2rkq4i

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NEW | Over the past few months, we brought together 10 fellows advocating for college affordability & student success. Our blog shares reflections on the power of #HigherEd advocacy & why investing in community-based leaders matters. buff.ly/NqABwee

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Tell #Congress to #VoteNO on legislation that would severely restrict college access for millions of Americans by slashing #Pell and #FinAid programs, removing essential protections, and making it harder to repay student loan debt. Take action here: buff.ly/k2rkq4i

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NEW | New York's Opportunity Promise Scholarship is an initiative towards supporting adult learners, covering costs for in-demand associate degrees. Our blog explores gaps in the program & offers recs to lawmakers to improve the program moving forward. buff.ly/Peqpz3j

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TICAS' Kyle Southern spoke w/BestColleges about how part-time students often have to juggle school with other responsibilities. “At a certain point, this becomes a math problem. There are limited hrs in a week. Where do you want [students] to cut back?” buff.ly/KdLvMlL

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1/3 Over the past several days, the Senate Cmte on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry and the Senate Cmte on Finance released their respective reconciliation bills that include their proposals on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid.

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NEW BLOG | Non-tuition costs are a key reason why 43M adults have completed some college but not a degree. In today’s changing federal landscape, states can continue initiatives that help students meet their basic needs—unlocking not only economic mobility, but economic liberation. buff.ly/rlGJd5k

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NEW BLOG | For years, states and colleges have relied on #FAFSA for all #FinAid. But ongoing federal disruptions jeopardize access—wreaking havoc on students and institutions. States must act now to create alternative access to non-federal aid. Read more: buff.ly/EkksiNy

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Tell #Congress to #VoteNO on legislation that would severely restrict college access for millions of Americans by slashing #Pell and #FinAid programs, removing essential protections, and making it harder to repay student loan debt. Take action here: buff.ly/k2rkq4i

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1/2 Yesterday, the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) introduced bill text for the Senate’s version of a budget reconciliation package. This reconciliation proposal follows the House's passage of its reconciliation budget last month.

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The 2025 House Reconciliation proposals would cut and/or remove critical supports for students and borrowers. Our resource hub dives into what's at stake: buff.ly/ajpE8uh

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TICAS is hiring! We’re looking for someone passionate about helping students access the tools they need to achieve economic mobility. This is a remote role, with a preference for candidates in the DC area. Apply here: buff.ly/t4QEt63

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With gutted staffing at the Dept. of Education and proposals in Congress risking more fraud & abuse in #HigherEd, states must create and enforce strong consumer protections for their students. We lay out out what’s at stake and 3 steps for states to take next: buff.ly/RRVUomf

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TICAS' Michele Zampini spoke w/@stateline.org‬ about student loan repayment, saying, “States can regulate and enforce, but they can’t fix the structural problems in how repayment is administered. They’re helping around the edges, but the core system is still broken.” buff.ly/xbgefYL

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As online education grows, states have a critical chance to protect online students. ‪@newamerica.org‬ outlines how lawmakers can strengthen oversight of Online Program Managers (OPMs) to ensure transparency, accountability, & better outcomes for students. Learn more here: buff.ly/xfYqIK1

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We joined 170+ orgs in urging Congress: don’t cut #PellGrants! To #ProtectPell, lawmakers must avert a funding shortfall by investing new funds and rejecting any eligibility cuts. The #PellGrant is essential in preserving college access for low- and middle-income families. Read more: buff.ly/k85Cdrf

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Join our team! TICAS is seeking someone to advance our work in supporting students’ basic needs. This position is remote, with DC-area candidates preferred. Learn more here: buff.ly/t4QEt63

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Tell #Congress to #VoteNO on legislation that would severely restrict college access for millions of Americans by slashing #Pell and #FinAid programs, removing essential protections, and making it harder to repay student loan debt. Take action here: buff.ly/k2rkq4i

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The House budget proposals threaten key supports for students and borrowers, including deep cuts to Pell Grants and the elimination of pivotal student benefits. Explore what’s at stake in our resource hub: buff.ly/ajpE8uh

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As the White House budget proposes eliminating key #HigherEd programs like Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants, our latest blog details the critical role #SEOG plays in helping low-income students attend college. Read more: buff.ly/sVyiz0A

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TICAS joined 40 partners in urging the Senate to reject the House #Reconciliation bill’s misguided attempt to divert needed resources from #HigherEd to finance tax benefits for some of the wealthiest Americans. Read more: buff.ly/t5OgtUM

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As Congress considers passing an income-based repayment plan that radically departs from all existing plans, "borrower confusion is a big problem for policymakers." TICAS Pres @gadkaree.bsky.social‬ spoke with ‪@thehill.com‬ on glaring issues with the House Reconciliation plan:

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TICAS' Kyle Southern spoke with @statesnewsroom.com about how the recently passed House #Reconciliation bill "weakens or rolls back many critical student protections that have been put in place as guardrails to help ensure the quality of post-secondary programs." Learn more▶️

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We’re hiring! TICAS is growing our Anti-Poverty & Basic Needs Team and looking for someone committed to advocating for policies that help students achieve economic mobility. This is a remote role, with a preference for candidates in the DC area: buff.ly/t4QEt63

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The House Reconciliation proposal would eliminate subsidized loans, cut #Pell Grants, and make loan repayment more expensive, putting college further out of reach for millions. Learn what’s at stake: buff.ly/ajpE8uh

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#HigherEd expert Michele Zampini advises, “Student loan default comes with severe consequences, including wage garnishment. The federal government can garnish your tax refunds and Social Security benefits.” Read more here: www.ajc.com/politics/202...

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“Congress has a chance to ensure that education beyond high school is accessible, affordable, & a reliable investment for both students and taxpayers.” - @gadkaree.bsky.social & ‪‪@deniseedtrust.bsky.social ▶️ Read the new blog below ▶️ Take action and tell #Congress to #VoteNo: buff.ly/k2rkq4i

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TICAS’s Senior Director, Carrie Welton, spoke with @jesswash.bsky.social @theintercept.com‬ about how these harmful proposals would threaten college access and undermine economic mobility for student parents. Read more here: buff.ly/YaylsHb

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Tell #Congress to #VoteNO on legislation that would severely restrict college access for millions of Americans by slashing #Pell and #FinAid programs, removing essential protections, and making it harder to repay student loan debt. Take action here: buff.ly/k2rkq4i

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1/2 NEW | The House Republicans’ proposed restructuring of the federal student loan repayment system falls short, especially for borrowers with low incomes.

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