Reed supports the Pell Grant Preservation and Expansion Act to double the Pell Grant maximum award to $15,000 over six years, index the award for inflation, make Pell mandatory funding to protect it from future cuts, expand eligibility to DREAMers, and restore lifetime eligibility to 18 semesters.

It is past time we double the power of Pell grants and ensure this essential financial aid keeps up with inflation. This legislation would help expand access to Pell grants, lower student debt, strengthen our economy and workforce, and help deserving students reach their full potential.

Reed endorsed and helped introduce legislation to expand Pell Grants by doubling the maximum award, indexing it to inflation, protecting funding, and broadening eligibility.

Reed & Whitehouse Push to Double Pell Grant & Make College More Affordable
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