Congressman Fred Keller (R- PA) is sponsoring an education bill that would make it easier for students in short-term occupational programs to qualify for financial aid. Keller said this legislation is needed to help fill jobs with that are in high demand.
He’s co-sponsoring the ‘CHOICE Act’ alongside North Carolina Representative Madison Cawthorn (R- NC) which would allow students in short-term occupational programs to qualify for federal Pell Grants, which are typically only given to low-income undergrad students. Under the CHOICE Act, people could get federal Pell Grants for vocational, skills-based, on the job and other workforce readiness programs.
‘CHOICE Act’ Proposes to Expand Pell Grants for Short-Term Occupational Training Programs
