This #abovethefold discusses parts of the new omnibus bill that President Trump signed before the Easter recess. Specifically, what does this new spending bill do for higher education in this country? If you are an undergrad, graduate, or future college or university student, listen up! Hear about changes to the Pell grant, work study, and public service loan forgiveness, as well as effects the bill has on immigration policy. co-Host Kat Lundie and GW MPP Shelbe Klebs join WRGW News anchors Harris Kay, Matthew Williams, and Robert O’Shaughnessy.
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Relevant sources:
About the omnibus in general:
Overview: Where the Omnibus Money Is Going, Roll Call
Winners and losers from the $1.3T omnibus, The Hill
About the omnibus and higher education:
President Signs Omnibus Spending Bill Boosting Funds for Student Aid, Research, American Council on Education
New Boost for Student Aid and Research, Inside Higher Education
Policy Perspectives 