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This week on "Off the Cuff," Jill and Sarah discuss NASFAA's submitted comments on the upcoming 2026-27 FAFSA and an updated resource, NASFAA's R2T4 decision trees. Jill highlights several key points NASFAA made in its submitted comments on the 2026–27 FAFSA, including the importance of the intended use of FAFSA data, FA-DDX working for contributors without a Social Security number, and more. Sarah then walks listeners through the latest R2T4 regulations, which were published in early January under the Biden administration.

Both chambers of Congress have now agreed to the same budget blueprint, which unlocks the next phase of the reconciliation process; drafting legislative text and directing committees to find roughly $4 billion in spending cuts over a decade. 

Regional and state associations can now order 2025-26 training materials for use at association conferences, training institutes, and other training events. NASFAA Authorized Events provide a suite of materials (study guides, instructor guides, slide decks and slide handouts, and overview slides) for each available topic. Authorized Events, utilizing instructors who have earned a NASFAA Credential in the respective topic, create the opportunity for participants to have access to credential tests at no additional cost beyond the event they are attending.

Collaboration between financial aid and business office professionals is essential for providing students with seamless financial support. However, differences in workflows and priorities can often create confusion or challenges. This webinar, now available on demand, addresses common questions that financial aid professionals have for their business office counterparts.

Please join us in congratulating Colleen Hathaway, FAAC®, Eyricka Oglesby, Brandi Blanton, Kimberlee Kainulainen, and Abbey Hauswirth on their promotions. Also join us in congratulating Daniel Matamoros, FAAC®, on his achievement and Darrin Rooker on his retirement. Celebrate your own career developments by completing the "Movers and Shakers" form to share the news with your colleagues.

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