H.R.792: Opportunities for Success Act of 2019

Overview

Opportunities for Success Act of 2019 This bill permanently reauthorizes the Federal Work-Study Program and otherwise revises the program, including by allocating program funds to institutions of higher education based on the amount of Pell Grant funds received by each institution. It also establishes a pilot program that provides work-based learning opportunities for students who demonstrate exceptional financial need.

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Priority

Medium

Bill Number

H.R.792

Date Introduced

January 25, 2019

Committee

House Education and Labor Committee

Bill Status

Introduced or Prefiled

Sponsor

Rep. Suzanne Bonamici

Co Sponsors