ICYMI: For the first time in Medicaid’s history, the program will mandate participation in work, education, or community service in exchange for receiving health benefits, creating new hurdles for students already balancing school, work, and basic needs. Learn more here: buff.ly/9m3D36d
Thank you to CA state leaders, Asm. Jacqui Irwin, Sens. Sabrina Cervantes & Kelly Seyarto, Senate Approps. Cmte. members & Senate Pres. pro Tempore Monique Limón for unanimously advancing AB 1534, which adds strong oversight & student protections to CA’s Workforce #Pell approval process.
TICAS@ticas-org.bsky.social · 4d ago1/3 California has long been a national leader in expanding college access while protecting students, and AB 1534 continues that tradition by adding strong oversight and student protections to the state’s Workforce Pell approval process.
1/3 California has long been a national leader in expanding college access while protecting students, and AB 1534 continues that tradition by adding strong oversight and student protections to the state’s Workforce Pell approval process.
At TICAS, research guides our policy recommendations and shapes our work to advance more affordable, equitable, and accountable policies for students and borrowers in #HigherEd. buff.ly/oldoo4m
1/2 NEW BRIEF | For the first time in Medicaid’s history, the program will mandate participation in work, education, or community service in exchange for receiving health benefits.
ICYMI: How is CUNY supporting students as basic-needs insecurity continues to rise? Our latest blog explores CUNY's current resources and highlights opportunities to strengthen support systems as students face growing challenges in meeting their basic needs. buff.ly/bBUtAoK
1/2 With basic needs insecurity still on the rise and changes coming to safety net programs, CUNY’s commitment to supporting students facing financial and structural barriers to pursuing a #PostSec degree is more important than ever.
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Recent changes to the federal student loan repayment system are now in effect. Our resource page walks borrowers through what's changed, important info, and answers FAQ questions from borrowers: buff.ly/mndr6bH
ICYMI: Earlier this month we released a blog exploring how shifting SNAP costs from federal to states could create significant budget pressures, forcing difficult decisions about a critical program in state budgets. buff.ly/3l9xlxY
With the introduction of Workforce Pell, California can set the bar for quality guardrails and strategically align federal and state financial aid for workforce programs, with a clear understanding of where they overlap and where they differ. Swipe for more ➡️
1/4 The new federal Workforce Pell program creates opportunities for states to better align higher ed and workforce investments to serve students.
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Earlier this week, we joined 90+ orgs in urging Congress to reject legislation that would dismantle the U.S. Dept of Ed. Students deserve a strong federal commitment to educational opportunity, not efforts that undermine it. We urge policymakers to reject this legislation.
92 Education, Civil Rights, and Disability Organizations’ Joint Statement in Opposition to Legislation to Provide Cover to the Administration’s Illegal Dismantling of the Department of Education - The Institute for College Access & Success
We, the undersigned 92 education, civil rights, and disability organizations, strongly oppose the package of bills scheduled for markup this week (HR 9602-9611) in the Committee on Education &…
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Earlier this month, major changes to the federal student loan repayment system took effect. Our resource page explains what's changed, outlines important info, and answers FAQ questions from borrowers: buff.ly/mndr6bH
Policy shapes how people access college and what it takes to stay there. We want to hear from students and borrowers navigating that firsthand. buff.ly/yZ5iqF8
We are honored to be among the 90+ orgs opposing legislation that would dismantle the Dept. Of Ed. Congress has made clear there’s no authority for these actions, & we urge the Committee to oppose these misguided bills. Students deserve better. More here:
92 Education, Civil Rights, and Disability Organizations’ Joint Statement in Opposition to Legislation to Provide Cover to the Administration’s Illegal Dismantling of the Department of Education - The Institute for College Access & Success
We, the undersigned 92 education, civil rights, and disability organizations, strongly oppose the package of bills scheduled for markup this week (HR 9602-9611) in the Committee on Education &…
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There's a lot of talk about college affordability. But what does that actually feel like when you’re inside the system? buff.ly/eQsjOHF
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1/3 Last week, ED issued its final rule implementing the “Do No Harm” standard created by Congress in the OBBBA. While intended to protect students & borrowers from low-value programs that fail to meet minimum earnings standards, ED’s final rule weakens key accountability measures.
TICAS' Jessica Thompson spoke with CalMatters about how California’s FY 2026-27 final state budget adds to Governor Gavin Newsom’s legacy of prioritizing #HigherEd spending. Read the full piece from CalMatters here: buff.ly/L2EweZZ
1/3 Last week, Michigan policymakers passed a bipartisan budget that will continue to build affordable pathways to a #PostSec degree for Michiganders.
Our blog explores how shifting SNAP costs from federal to states could create significant budget pressures, forcing difficult decisions about a critical program in state budgets. Read more here: buff.ly/3l9xlxY
There's a lot of talk about college affordability. But what does that actually feel like when you’re inside the system? buff.ly/eQsjOHF
We're encouraged to see California state leaders preserve core investments in higher education in the final budget while advancing important affordability and workforce initiatives that strengthen pathways to college and career success. Read our full budget breakdown and response: buff.ly/TY6MqGX
As major changes to the federal student loan repayment system took effect on July 1, our resource page explains what changed, key info, and answers frequently asked questions: buff.ly/mndr6bH
At TICAS, research guides our policy recommendations and shapes our work to advance more affordable, equitable, and accountable policies for students and borrowers in #HigherEd. Stay connected through our mailing list for federal policy news, state policy updates, and more: buff.ly/oldoo4m
