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Higher Ed reporter @nasfaa Jersey Shore native | Previously waiting on quorum calls for CQ Roll Call and @politicopro | @maxwellSU & @NewhouseSU alum

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@nasfaa
NASFAA
3 years
With SCOTUS blocking Biden's debt cancellation program the administration now turns to #NegReg Here's the latest on how that process could unfold: https://t.co/KNFaXPTyvn #fachat
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Hugh Thomas
3 years
Biden’s initial comments can be found here: https://t.co/Fb0d877Hu8.
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@HughTFerguson
Hugh Thomas
3 years
.@POTUS is expected to announce “next steps” around 3:30pm ET
@nasfaa
NASFAA
3 years
Full analysis from NASFAA staff detailing the arguments and implications of SCOTUS’ decision to block Biden’s student loan debt cancellation program https://t.co/mAHHoQoVaU #fachat #SCOTUSNews
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NASFAA
3 years
Full analysis from NASFAA staff detailing the arguments and implications of SCOTUS’ decision to strike down race-conscious admission policies: https://t.co/kZhzF16RfC #fachat
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NASFAA
3 years
The @urbaninstitute released an outline of five “race-neutral approaches” that institutions of higher education can use to bolster a diverse student body: https://t.co/t3pLnt9geL #fachat
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NASFAA
3 years
A group of House Republicans on Thursday unveiled a new piece of legislation and proposed their alternative framework to President Joe Biden’s efforts to overhaul the student loan portfolio. Read more from @HughTFerguson: https://t.co/P5r9nObsov #fachat
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NASFAA
3 years
🚨 JUST IN: Biden Vetoes Effort to Rescind His Administration’s Debt Cancellation Program
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NASFAA
3 years
Yesterday @usedgov unveiled a forthcoming Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for an overhaul of gainful employment, with top department officials calling the regulations the “strongest-ever” safeguard for students. More from @HughTFerguson: https://t.co/W5rGrieozC #fachat
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NASFAA
3 years
As the Department of Education continues its efforts to roll out a simplified FAFSA application this December, a new paper from @BrookingsInst focuses on the barriers that students face when applying for federal financial aid: https://t.co/KnUOgrDGJW #fachat #FAFSA
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NASFAA
3 years
At a @pewtrusts panel last Thursday, higher ed experts warned policymakers that more investments are needed in order to stem off a rise in borrowers defaulting on their student loans as the payment pause winds down. https://t.co/w4ANCFIvnR #fachat
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NASFAA
3 years
Check out the latest episode of #OffTheCuff with special guest @BobbyScott for a wide-ranging discussion on #HigherEd policymaking including the #PellGrant program. 🎙️ https://t.co/CSb4Z2PLLQ
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Hugh Thomas
3 years
Topics include the #PellGrant program, the prospect of short-term Pell, Scott’s bill aiming to address the student loan system, the rollout of FAFSA simplification, and much more! 🎧 Stream now and be sure to subscribe:
@nasfaa
NASFAA
3 years
This week on a special episode of #OffTheCuff @justindraeger is joined by Rep. @BobbyScott ranking member of the @EdWorkforceDems for a discussion on the latest issues impacting the higher education policymaking landscape. 🎙️ https://t.co/CSb4Z2QjBo
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NASFAA
3 years
Education Secretary @SecCardona is urging GOP lawmakers to abandon their debt limit proposal, arguing that the budget cuts could impose a potentially “grim reality” for the future of education funding.
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@HughTFerguson
Hugh Thomas
3 years
Prob should've pinned this a while back, but you can also connect with me & follow: •LI: Hugh T. Ferguson (higher ed/news) •IG & Youtube: @ hughthomas92 (Photos) •Mastodon: @ HughThomas92 @ mastodon .social (tbd on this one) 🤷
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NASFAA
3 years
House Republicans unveil debt limit legislation targeting Biden’s student loan policies
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NASFAA
3 years
The debt limit took center stage during @SecCardona's Hill visit this week, where House appropriators dug into @usedgov's budget priorities for upcoming fiscal year. Details:
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NASFAA
3 years
A new lawsuit is seeking to upend @usedgov’s continuation of the pause on federal student loan payments and interest accrual, arguing that all of the department’s approved extensions lack authority.
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@JillianBerman
Jillian Berman
3 years
With the return of student loan payments looming, call centers at 2 major servicers will be closed on Saturdays. That's just 1 of many factors that have advocates worried that if payments resume as scheduled later this year "we are headed into a disaster."
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Longer wait times are expected, with Saturday call-center hours at two major servicers finished. The changes come after Congress declined to increase funding.
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Hugh Thomas
3 years
This week we are chatting with @ACEducation to catch up on the annual budgeting process and all things FAFSA. Listen now: 🎧 NASFAA: https://t.co/2cBcIBUL0y 🎧 Apple: https://t.co/qZFLL5B4Xi 🎧 Spotify: https://t.co/CwELwUuSwA
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