S. 4431In committeeEducation
Colleges would report fuller graduation timelines under S 4431
Data as of July 11, 2026
Colleges would have to publish graduation rates at multiple time points, broken down by student type, in equal-sized displays.40-second read · 4 questions answered below
Decoded
What does this do?
This bill would require colleges to publicly report how long students actually take to finish a degree or certificate at several time checkpoints, not just one. Schools would also have to show these numbers separately for full-time, part-time, first-time, and returning students. All figures would need to be displayed in a consistent, equally visible way.
Who does it affect?
This bill affects colleges and universities that receive federal financial aid funding. It also affects students and families who use school data to decide where to enroll.
Why does it matter?
Right now, most schools report only one graduation rate, which may not reflect the experience of many students. Expanding and standardizing what gets reported means prospective students can compare schools using more complete information.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- Senate committee — You are here
- Senate vote
- House
- President's desk
Right now: a Senate committee is reviewing it. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the President.
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Official title
A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for comprehensive student achievement information.
- Introduced:
- April 29, 2026
- Latest action:
- April 29, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2130-2131)
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