This bill prohibits an institution of higher education (IHE) that participates in federal student aid programs from giving preferential treatment in the admissions process to applicants based on their relationships to donors or alumni of the IHE.
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A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to prohibit institutions of higher education participating in Federal student assistance programs from giving preferential treatment in the admissions process to legacy students or donors.Official Title as Introduced
Fair College Admissions for Students ActShort Title(s) as Introduced
SenateRead twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Mar 19, 2026
Senate · CommitteeCommittee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Hearings held.
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