Last week in Washington was another quiet one as Congress wrapped up the second week of its Easter and Passover recess. Both chambers will return next week, where there could be action on additional aid to Ukraine and COVID-19 pandemic aid including restaurant relief. In addition, the appropriations season is shifting into high gear, and a hearing is scheduled in the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies where Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona will be testifying. As we prepare for Congress’s return to Washington, here are a few short news and notes:
- Department of Education Announces Student Loan Program Changes: The Department of Education has announced changes to federal student loan programs, including account adjustments for long-term forbearance through the income-driven repayment (IDR) program and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You can read more about the changes in the provided link.
- Secretary of Labor Walsh, Secretary of Energy Granholm Discuss Apprenticeship Opportunities: Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh and Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm visited LA Incubator in Los Angeles, California, this week to discuss apprenticeship opportunities and business innovation with employers, students and other stakeholders.
- Spring 2022 Legislative Preview: After two weeks of recess, Congress returns to a busy legislative schedule on Monday, April 25. Now more than ever, it is critical for ACTE members to ensure that CTE stakeholders’ voices are heard by Congress. There is so much at stake – from critical funding needs to expanding postsecondary opportunities and more – we need all of you to help us make this one of our best legislative years yet. Read the full preview here.
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