OTC From the Field: A Conversation on Higher Education Policymaking With Rep. Bobby Scott
This week on a special episode of “Off the Cuff,” Justin is joined by Rep. Bobby Scott (D-Va.), ranking member of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce, for a discussion on the latest issues impacting the higher education policymaking landscape. The discussion dives into the Pell Grant program and the prospect of short-term Pell, Scott’s bill aiming to address the student loan system, the rollout of FAFSA simplification, and much more. Justin also spoke with Scott about his educational background, his time on the education committee as previous chair and current ranking member, as well as his legislative outlook for this session.
Speakers
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| Justin Draeger President and CEO, NASFAA |
Rep. Bobby Scott Ranking Member of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce |
Hugh Ferguson Senior Reporter / Podcast Producer |
Resources
- Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify
- Episode Transcript (PDF)
- Scott Reintroduces House Democrats’ Plan Seeking to Lower College Costs
- House Passes GOP Debt Limit Plan
- OTC From the Field: A Conversation on Higher Ed Policymaking With Rep. Virginia Foxx
- How the Midterms Could Shift Congress’ Higher Ed Leadership
- Scott, DeLauro Outline Future of Higher Education After Biden’s Student Loan Debt Relief
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Publication Date: 4/28/2023
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