To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide basic and emergency supplemental living assistance grants under the student support services program.

# Summary of HR 7689 **What the Bill Would Do** HR 7689 proposes to expand federal support for low-income college students by creating new grant programs under existing student support services. Specifically, it would establish "basic living assistance grants" and "emergency supplemental living assistance grants" to help students cover essential costs like housing, food, and other emergency expenses while in school. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily benefit low-income and first-generation college students who participate in federally-funded student support services programs. These programs traditionally focus on academic tutoring and mentoring, so this bill would extend their scope to address financial hardship.

It could affect colleges and universities that administer these programs, as well as the federal budget. **Current Status** HR 7689 was introduced by Representative Danny K. Davis (D-Illinois) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House. The bill has not advanced to a vote or been passed into law.