Legislative Action

Recognizing that degree completion can increase economic mobility and long-term self-sufficiency, our new brief offers strategies for states and institutions to minimize coverage losses from Medicaid work requirements and allow students to focus on their studies, not their health coverage.

92 organizations strongly oppose the package of IAA bills set to be marked up in the House Education and Workforce Committee this week

If you have federal student loans, you may be overwhelmed and confused by the barrage of announcements and information coming your way. In this resource, we outline what we know, what we don’t, and some trusted resources to reference if you have more questions or need help.

This blog is an update to TICAS’ analysis of SNAP and Medicaid cuts proposed in the House Reconciliation framework that was published prior to the passage of H.R.1, and provides final estimates of the impact of SNAP cost-shifts passed into law.

A coalition of 65+ organizations is urging Congress to act immediately to address a looming funding shortfall for the federal Pell Grant program by “providing new funding that fully covers the current and projected Pell Grant shortfall for the current and upcoming fiscal years to prevent any loss in student eligibility or aid.” 

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.