H.R. 7893Heading to a voteEducation
Bill would require SSN and citizenship checks for federal student aid applicants
Data as of July 22, 2026
The bill would make Social Security number and citizenship verification mandatory for federal student aid applicants like those filing the FAFSA.AI-decoded45-second read · 4 questions answered below
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AI-decodedWhat does this do?
This bill would change Social Security number verification for federal student aid applicants from optional to mandatory under the Higher Education Act. It would require the Secretary of Education to work with the Social Security Administration to confirm both Social Security numbers and citizenship status for anyone applying for aid, and this requirement would override conflicting laws.
Who does it affect?
College students and families who complete the FAFSA for federal grants, loans, or work-study would be affected. The Department of Education, the Social Security Administration, and colleges that process financial aid would also be affected.
Why does it matter?
The change could affect how quickly or smoothly student aid applications are processed, depending on how the mandatory checks are implemented. It shifts verification from a discretionary agency practice to a legal requirement, adding a citizenship-status check that wasn't explicitly required before.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee
- House vote — You are here
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: it's headed for a House floor vote. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
FAFSA Verification Efficiency Act
- Introduced:
- March 12, 2026
- Latest action:
- July 2, 2026
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 635.
Read the official bill on Congress.gov