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Pell Grant Legislation by Sen. Banks Analyzed

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2026-09-26

Bailey Malota

WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The Pell Grant legislation, originally introduced by Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, on September 22, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. The bill aims to amend the Higher Education Act to stipulate that only U.S. citizens or nationals can receive Pell Grants, a program that has historically supported low-income students in accessing higher education.

The proposed amendment comes amid growing concerns about eligibility criteria for feder . . .

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Pell Grant Legislation by Sen. Banks Analyzed

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