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Committee backs bill to ease entry for new accreditors and emphasize student outcomes
Summary
The committee approved an amendment in the nature of a substitute to H.R. 4054, the Accreditation Choice and Innovation Act, which aims to create alternative accreditors, emphasize measurable student success outcomes and streamline accreditation processes; it was reported to the House, 21–15.
Representative Randy Fine and other supporters described H.R. 4054 as legislation to reform accreditation by emphasizing student achievement metrics (graduation rates, loan repayment, post‑graduation earnings), making it easier for new accreditors to qualify and allowing institutions clearer pathways to…
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