Aired September 16, 2024
In the latest episode, Jon Fansmith and Sarah Spreitzer kick off the sixth season with a deep dive into the key issues shaping higher education this fall. With Congress in a monthlong sprint, they explore a flurry of messaging bills along with the legislation lawmakers actually need to pass before heading out for full-time campaigning. They also discuss the Biden administration's push to cement its higher education legacy. Finally, the conversation shifts to the 2024 presidential race, examining Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's higher education agendas.
Here are some of the links and references from this week’s show:
Speaker Mike Johnson Yanks Government Funding Bill Amid Growing GOP Defections
NBC News | Sept. 11, 2024
H.R.8281 - SAVE Act
Congress.gov
Republicans Seek to Revive China Initiative
Inside Higher Ed | Sept. 11, 2024
Letter to House Leadership on China Legislation
ACE | Sept. 9, 2024
Statement of Administration Policy: H.R. 1398 – Protect America’s Innovation and Economic Security from CCP Act of 2024
Executive Office of the President | Sept. 10, 2024
H.R.7683 - Respecting the First Amendment on Campus Act
Congress.gov
Federal Anti-Hazing Bill Moves One Step Closer to Becoming Law
Inside Higher Ed | Sept. 12, 2024
Letter on the Stop Campus Hazing Act
ACE | Sept. 10, 2024
College Cost Reduction Act: By the Numbers
ACE
SAVE Repayment Plan
Federal Student Aid
20 Senators Ask Cardona to Delay Gainful Employment, Financial Value Transparency Deadline
Higher Ed Dive | Sept. 11, 2024
ACE Policy Recommendations to 2024 Presidential Candidates
ACE | Sept. 11, 2024