S 416
FAFSA Fairness Act of 2019
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Bill overview
The FAFSA Fairness Act of 2019 aims to make the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process more equitable for students facing specific challenging circumstances. It allows students to initially apply for financial aid as an ‘independent’ student, even if they don’t fully meet the standard criteria, and provides guidance on how to demonstrate these special circumstances. The bill also streamlines the process for financial aid administrators to evaluate these applications and ensure timely determination of aid awards.
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Benjamin L. Cardin
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