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Sponsor outlines substitute to provide short-term gap funding for students awaiting federal aid
Summary
Representative Santos introduced a substitute to provide temporary grants for students who qualify for federal aid but have not received disbursement by the first day of classes.
Representative Santos introduced a substitute measure described as short-term gap funding for students who qualify for federal aid but have not received disbursement by the first day of classes. The sponsor said the program would provide awards to students who have a qualifying aid package but whose funds have not yet been released, with an example cap the sponsor cited of up to $5,000 for "essential material" such as books and instructor-required items.
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