TICAS’ 2026 Federal Policy Agenda advises members of the 119th Congress how to make it possible for any student—regardless of their financial circumstances—to earn a high-quality postsecondary degree or credential without taking on burdensome debt.
2025 brought significant upheaval to higher education, driven by the enactment of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and administrative efforts to shutter the U.S. Department of Education.
Policymakers must act now to lower college costs, reduce student debt burdens, and hold colleges accountable for providing a quality postsecondary education. Our 2026 agenda outlines a set of evidence-based, data driven recommendations for the higher education system to help more Americans secure a middle-class life and successfully adapt to evolving workforce needs.
To view a summary fact sheet of our federal policy agenda, click here.
