Creating Higher Education Affordability Necessary to Compete Economically (CHANCE) Act

Education
Creating Higher Education Affordability Necessary to Compete Economically (CHANCE) Act
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Bill Summary

Increases the Pell Grant award to $8,900 from $5,730, restores year-round Pell Grants, and allows Pell Grant recipients to use the award for 15 semesters instead of the current 12.
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Opponents say

• Encourages colleges to raise their tuition
• Increases the burden on taxpayers
• Is an example of runaway federal spending in a tight economy

Proponents say

• Increases access to higher education for all students
• Combats increasing costs of college and student debt
• State funding for public schools has decreased while college tuition has increased
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