Jumpstart on College Act
In committee: it can still change before the session ends.
- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- Senate
- Sponsors
- 3
- Latest action
- Sep 18, 2025
What it does
The Jumpstart on College Act would direct the Secretary of Education to award competitive grants to eligible entities—such as institutions of higher education partnering with local educational agencies—to establish or support early college high schools and dual or concurrent enrollment programs. The bill authorizes $250 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2031, with specific allocations: at least 40% for grants to eligible entities, 55% for grants to states, and 5% for national activities. Grants would require matching funds from recipients that increase over six years (from 20% to 50% of the grant amount), prioritize serving low-income and underrepresented students, and fund…
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Where it stands
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Who is involved
Sponsors
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Where it goes next
While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money.