Increase the maximum Pell Grant to $14,800 per year, index future increases to inflation, and extend Pell Grant eligibility from 12 semesters to 16 semesters.

introduced the College Affordability and Accessibility Act ... The bill would double the maximum Pell Grant to $14,800 per year, with future increases tied to inflation ... The legislation would also give students more time to complete their education by extending Pell Grant eligibility from 12 semesters to 16 semesters

Menefee introduced legislation to expand Pell Grant support by raising the maximum award, indexing it to inflation, and extending eligibility.

Rep. Menefee Introduces the College Affordability and Accessibility Act | Congressman Christian Menefee
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