| Bill | HR 3718 |
|---|---|
| Type of Legislation | House Bill |
| Congress | 116 |
| Source | View original on Congress.gov |
Geographic Scope
National
Description
Closing the College Hunger Gap Act of 2019
This bill requires the Department of Education (ED) to collect data on the food and housing insecurity of college students.
Specifically, ED must add questions that measure rates of food and housing insecurity to the National Postsecondary Student Aid Study. In addition, ED must collect data on student eligibility under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as the food stamp program).
ED must also provide students with contact information for the state agency that administers SNAP in their state.
Bill Title
Closing the College Hunger Gap Act of 2019
Linked Goals
Steps
- 2019-07-11: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
- 2019-07-11: Introduced in House
- 2019-07-11: Introduced in House
Projected Outcome
A more informed proposal or public response aligned with the Promote General Welfare goal.