Episode 200: All Things Verification, Updates on Congressional Spending and a PSA on Pell Grant Broadband Benefit
This week on "Off The Cuff," the team covers the latest news from the Department of Education (ED) concerning changes to the verification process for the 2021-22 award year. Jump to minute 7:03 to dive right into the policy discussion where Karen and Justin break down what impact the changes will have on the upcoming award year. Hugh has an update on congressional spending negotiations and shares how the legislative process could affect a number of higher education programs. Jill also then details an emergency broadband program that can be utilized by Pell Grant recipients. Plus the team wants to know what headlines from the past week made you think to yourself, what did I just read?
Speakers
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| Justin Draeger President & CEO |
Karen McCarthy Director of Policy Analysis |
Jill Desjean Policy Analyst |
Hugh Ferguson Reporter |
Resources
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- Episode 200 Transcript (PDF)
- ED Announces Changes to Verification Process for the 2021–22 Award Year
- Panel Highlights Emergency Broadband Benefits Available for Higher Ed Students
- Senate Dems Strike Budget Agreement: What’s That Mean for Higher Ed?
- ED Sees 41% Increase in Annual House Spending But Spending Levels and Policy Riders Could Stall Enactment
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Publication Date: 7/16/2021
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