H.R. 9414: Pell Grant Preservation and Expansion Act of 2026
H.R. 9414 status: Referred.
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Environment
Benefits
- No direct environmental benefit identified
Risks
- No direct environmental risk identified
Economy
Benefits
- Increases Pell Grant maximum award to $15,000 by 2031-2032, adjusted for inflation.
- Makes Pell Grants a fully mandatory program, ensuring stable funding.
- Restores Pell Grant eligibility for short-term programs and increases aid for low-income students.
- Allows 'Dreamer' students to be eligible for federal student aid.
Risks
- Significant increase in federal spending required for mandatory funding.
Society
Benefits
- Increases access to higher education for low-income and underserved students.
- Supports students of color who disproportionately rely on Pell Grants.
- Removes barriers for students with scholarships and those facing academic challenges.
- Provides aid to 'Dreamer' students, promoting educational equity.
Risks
- No direct social risk identified
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The bill's long-term fiscal impact will depend on future appropriations and economic conditions.
The bill requires significant new appropriations to become a fully mandatory program.
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