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H.R. 3913: Putting American Students First Act

This bill, titled the Putting American Students First Act, aims to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to introduce specific citizenship and residency requirements for individuals participating in Federal TRIO programs, which are federal outreach and support programs designed to help low-income and first-generation college students succeed in their educational pursuits.

Eligibility for Participation in Federal TRIO Programs

The core of the bill focuses on establishing who can participate in these programs. The bill specifies the following criteria for eligibility:

  • Individuals must be a U.S. citizen, as defined by immigration law.
  • Individuals must be a lawful permanent resident of the U.S.
  • Individuals may qualify if they are aliens physically present in the U.S. for reasons other than temporary purposes and can provide evidence of intent to become a lawful permanent resident.
  • Individuals who are citizens of Freely Associated States (like the Marshall Islands, Micronesia, and Palau) and are lawfully residing in the U.S. are also eligible.
  • Individuals with CNMI Resident status or lawful residency in one of the Freely Associated States can participate.

Prohibition on Waivers

The bill prohibits waiving the specified citizenship and residency requirements, which means these criteria must be strictly followed without exceptions. This applies to various laws and provisions previously established under other federal laws.

Conforming Amendments

The bill also includes several amendments to ensure consistency throughout the Higher Education Act. This includes changing specific references related to the new eligibility criteria in various sections of the act, such as the sections related to federal student aid and TRIO program administration.

Overall Impact

By establishing these eligibility criteria, the bill aims to ensure that only specific individuals, primarily U.S. citizens and certain lawful residents, can participate in programs designed to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds. The legislation may reshape how these programs operate and who they serve.

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Date Action
Jun. 11, 2025 Introduced in House
Jun. 11, 2025 Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

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