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The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee has scheduled a confirmation hearing for Linda McMahon, President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Department of Education (ED). The hearing will take place on Thursday, February 13, and much of the discussion will likely focus on the Trump administration’s reported effort to dismantle the department.

After reports that President Donald Trump is planning to sign an executive order to dismantle the Department of Education (ED), top Democrats in both the House and Senate called on ED to provide information on the steps the department is taking to ensure the continuity and administration of its programs. 

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) in late January released new projections for the Pell Grant program, indicating a possible funding shortfall in fiscal year (FY) 2025 of about $2.7 billion that would apply to the 2025-26 school year. By the end of FY 2026, the budget shortfall would be nearly $10 billion.

At this year's Leadership & Legislative Conference & Expo, attendees will attend one of six pathways designed to help financial aid professionals grow and develop their management and leadership skills, succeed in their roles at the state, regional, or national level, and enhance their enrollment management efforts. Keep an eye on Today’s News in the coming days for coverage of the conference, and connect with us on social media using #NASFAALeads25.

Join us today at 12 p.m. ET for a special episode of Voices of NASFAA to honor Black History Month and discuss #FinAidFeb with Brenda Ilojiole, who is currently the associate director of financial aid at Bethune-Cookman University. Brenda is also a current member of the 24-25 Diversity Leadership Program (DLP) at NASFAA. As we dive into Brenda’s experience, we’ll be celebrating the rich history of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) like Bethune-Cookman University and amplify the voices of the aid professionals who work there. Join the conversation on LinkedIn.

Please join us in congratulating Jacqueline Kohler on her promotion. Also, join us in congratulating Craig Slaughter, FAAC®, on his new job. Celebrate your own career developments by completing the "Movers and Shakers" form to share the news with your colleagues.

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