119-HR2521
American Family FAFSA Opportunity Act of 2025
Last action was on 3-31-2025
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119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. R. 2521
1. Short title2. Eliminating the sibling penalty3. Effective date1. Short title
This Act may be cited as the "American Family FAFSA Opportunity Act of 2025".
2. Eliminating the sibling penalty
Paragraph (3) of section 475(b) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1087oo(b)(3)) is amended to read as follows:
(3) - dividing the assessment resulting under paragraph (2) by the number of the family members, excluding student’s parents, who are enrolled or accepted for enrollment, on at least a half-time basis, in a degree, certificate, or other program leading to a recognized educational credential at an institution of higher education that is an eligible institution in accordance with the provisions of section 487 during the award period for which assistance under the title is requested;
3. Effective date
The amendment made by this Act shall take effect on the date of enactment of this Act, and shall apply with respect to award year 2025–2026 and each subsequent award year, as determined under the Higher Education Act of 1965.