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March 10, 2021
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 3, 2021
Congressman Wilson and Senator Rubio Introduce the Foreign Influence Transparency Act
Rep. Joe Wilson, ...
Feb. 19, 2021
Rep. Ralph Norman and Rep. Joe Wilson Applaud Closing of Confucius Institute at the University of South Carolina
Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
Jan. 22, 2021
Sens. Coons & Scott, Reps. Adams & Hill announce HBCU Caucus for the 117th Congress
Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Dec. 14, 2020
Scott and colleagues celebrate passage of bill to train pilots, support ROTC students at HBCUs
Sen. Tim Scott
Dec. 11, 2020
Scott Bill To Strengthen Partnerships Between HBCUs and Federal Agencies Headed To White House
Sen. Tim Scott
Dec. 11, 2020
Sens. Coons, Scott bill to strengthen partnerships between HBCUs like DSU and federal agencies heads to president's desk to become law
Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Dec. 11, 2020
Sens. Coons, Tillis, Reps. Brown, Blunt Rochester, Murphy celebrate passage of bill to train pilots, support ROTC students at HBCUs
Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Sept. 30, 2020
Rep. Norman Leads Charge to Secure U.S. Colleges and Universities from Foreign Threats
Rep. Ralph Norman
July 23, 2020
Tweet - "Last year, @SenWarren and I introduced our Student Loan Debt Relief Act. Cancelling student loan debt would provide a much-needed boost to our economy and would provide financial relief for millions of Americans."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 10, 2020
Tweet - "I am pleased that all 8 of South Carolina's HBCUs are getting this much needed technology upgrade to help support e-learning. Now we must ensure that all of our students have access to the affordable high-speed internet they need to get online."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 16, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. John Thune, Senate Majority Whip - Loeffler, Colleagues Urge Congress to Consider HBCUs for Additional COVID-19 Relief
Sen. Tim Scott, ...
May 27, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Senators Scott, Booker, Hassan, Loeffler Call on Education Department to Support Students Whose Financial Aid Eligibility is Impacted by COVID-19 Pandemic
Sen. Tim Scott, ...
April 24, 2020
Congressman Clyburn Announces More than $750 Thousand in Scholarship Funds for South Carolina State University
Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 20, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Reps. Pressley and Omar Lead Colleagues in Urging House Leadership to Include Student Debt Cancellation in Upcoming Coronavirus Relief Package
Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
Feb. 25, 2020
Rep. Norman Co-Sponsores Resolution Recognizing National Careers and Technical Education Month
Rep. Ralph Norman
Feb. 12, 2020
U.S. Rep. Norman Leads Effort to Reestablish DHS Outreach to Educational Institutions
Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
Feb. 10, 2020
Congressman Clyburn Hosts Savannah River Site-Hbcu Partnership Summit
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 16, 2020
Tweet - "Students who've been defrauded by their colleges have suffered enough. Secretary DeVos refuses to provide them w/ relief or hold these schools accountable. Today we reversed her rule so we can hold these predatory schools accountable & provide students the relief they deserve."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 20, 2019
Tweet - "In 2019, I introduced legislation on affordable housing, student loan debt, reducing gun violence, and more. As we go into 2020, I will continue to fight to make America's greatness accessible and affordable for all."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2019
Tweet - "#HBCUs and #MSIs are historically underfunded. Thanks to the hard of work our Senate colleagues, their funding has been PERMANENTLY authorized through the #FUTUREAct. This will provide these vital institutions with the stability and certainty they need to thrive."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2019
Tweet - "HBCUs are all about providing opportunities to our students who might not get them anywhere else, and preparing them so that when they graduate, they are just as qualified, if not more, as any other student in the same profession. #FUTUREAct #ForTheFUTURE"
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2019
Majority Whip Clyburn Applauds the Future Act Becoming Law
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2019
Tweet - "The FUTURE Act also simplifies the FAFSA from 108 to 22 questions. By simplifying this form, we're able to remove a significant barrier for students who need financial assistance in order to afford college."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 12, 2019
Senator Tim Scott Secures Another Win for HBCUs
Sen. Tim Scott
Dec. 10, 2019
Tweet - "HBCUs and MSIs generate billions of dollars for the U.S. economy every year and provide pathways to success for millions of students across the country. The FUTURE Act is vital to the future of these students and the students after them. We must fund them now. #ForTheFUTURE"
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 10, 2019
Tweet - "As a proud @SCState1896 graduate, I know HBCUs and MSIs play an important role in educating millions of students nationwide. I'm pleased that Congress was able to come together to permanently authorize funding to support these historic institutions. #ForTheFUTURE"
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 5, 2019
Senate Passes Bipartisan Solution to Permanently Fund Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions and Simplify the FAFSA for 20 Million Families
Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Dec. 4, 2019
Scott, Colleagues Propose Bipartisan Solution to Permanently Fund HBCUs
Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Dec. 3, 2019
Senate Education Leaders Propose Bipartisan Solution to Simplify the FAFSA for 20 Million Families and to Permanently Fund Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions
Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Dec. 3, 2019
Senate Education Leaders Propose Bipartisan Solution to Permanently Fund Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions
Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Nov. 20, 2019
Scott, Coons Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Designating November as National College Application Month
Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Nov. 19, 2019
Tweet - "I'm deeply disappointed that Chairman @SenAlexander & @senatemajldr continue to block vital funding for our nation's HBCUs & minority serving institutions. The education of young people isn't a bargaining tactic & we can't afford to turn our backs on these historic institutions."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 12, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the U.S. Education Department, and MG Mark Brown, COO of the Office of Federal Student Aid - Senator Warren and Majority Whip Clyburn Question DeVos Over Resignation of Top Student Loan Advisor
Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
Nov. 7, 2019
Tweet - "The House unanimously passed the #FUTUREAct in September--it is now November and the Senate has yet to vote. We owe it to these schools--and their students--to not let this legislation fall victim to Senator McConnell's legislative graveyard. #FUTUREActNow"
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 30, 2019
Tweet - "Today marks one month since Title III Federal funding expired for HBCUs. The House has done its part by passing the FUTURE Act, reauthorizing necessary funding, yet the Senate hasn't even taken it up for a vote. Our students cannot afford to wait. They need this funding now."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 25, 2019
Graham on POTUS visit to Benedict College
Sen. Lindsey Graham
Oct. 24, 2019
Sens. Johnson, Feinstein, Scott, Braun Introduce Legislation to Permanently Authorize SOAR Act
Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Oct. 15, 2019
Tweet - "The #CollegeAffordabilityAct of 2019 will address future student loan debt by: - Allowing refinancing of loans at lower interest rates - Providing incentives to states for free community college - Permanently authorizing funds for HBCUs & other minority serving institutions"
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 15, 2019
Tweet - "Students go to college in hopes of improving their future job opportunities and earning potential, however, student loan debt becomes a huge weight that is keeping Americans from achieving success. #CollegeAffordabilityAct"
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 7, 2019
Tweet - "Over 45 million Americans hold student loan debt worth over $1.5 trillion. Join me & @SenWarren this Wednesday at @SCSTATE1896 to hear about our Student Loan Debt Relief Act and how we're working to address this national crisis."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 2, 2019
HELP Committee Chairman Alexander Sponsors Cassidy's College Transparency Act
Sen. Lindsey Graham, ...
Aug. 29, 2019
Tweet - "My Student Loan Debt Relief Act with @SenWarren would eliminate up to $50,000 in student loan debt for 42 million Americans--providing debt relief to 95% of student borrowers, including cancelling student debt entirely for 75% of borrowers."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 31, 2019
Tweet - "The Student Loan Debt Relief Act would end the student debt crisis, help millions of struggling families obtain financial stability, and would also take meaningful steps to begin to close the racial wealth gap."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 23, 2019
Tweet - "Almost 45 Million Americans have over $1.5 Trillion in student loan debt. @SenWarren and I are combatting this crisis with the Student Loan Debt Relief Act which will cancel up to $50K in student loan debt for borrowers who make up to $100K. #CancelMyDebt WATCH LIVE:"
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 23, 2019
Senator Warren, House Majority Whip Clyburn Introduce Legislation to Cancel Student Loan Debt for Millions of Americans
Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
July 23, 2019
Tweet - "I'm proud to be working with @SenWarren to provide most student loan holders relief from this daunting burden and make amends for the failure to ensure that higher education is accessible and affordable to all."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 23, 2019
Tweet - "Crushing student debt has reached crisis levels in America requiring big, bold solutions. Post-secondary education should be the springboard to enable students to achieve their dreams not the impediment that prevents the realization of those goals."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 16, 2019
Scott, Coons Introduce Bill to Strengthen Relationships between the SBA and HBCU's
Sen. Tim Scott
June 28, 2019
Manchin, Scott Introduce Student Loan Disclosure Modernization Act
Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Date
Title
Politician
March 10, 2021
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 3, 2021
Congressman Wilson and Senator Rubio Introduce the Foreign Influence Transparency Act
Rep.Joe Wilson, ...
Feb. 19, 2021
Rep. Ralph Norman and Rep. Joe Wilson Applaud Closing of Confucius Institute at the University of South Carolina
Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
Jan. 22, 2021
Sens. Coons & Scott, Reps. Adams & Hill announce HBCU Caucus for the 117th Congress
Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Dec. 14, 2020
Scott and colleagues celebrate passage of bill to train pilots, support ROTC students at HBCUs
Sen.Tim Scott
Dec. 11, 2020
Scott Bill To Strengthen Partnerships Between HBCUs and Federal Agencies Headed To White House
Sen.Tim Scott
Dec. 11, 2020
Sens. Coons, Scott bill to strengthen partnerships between HBCUs like DSU and federal agencies heads to president's desk to become law
Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Dec. 11, 2020
Sens. Coons, Tillis, Reps. Brown, Blunt Rochester, Murphy celebrate passage of bill to train pilots, support ROTC students at HBCUs
Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Sept. 30, 2020
Rep. Norman Leads Charge to Secure U.S. Colleges and Universities from Foreign Threats
Rep.Ralph Norman
July 23, 2020
Tweet - "Last year, @SenWarren and I introduced our Student Loan Debt Relief Act. Cancelling student loan debt would provide a much-needed boost to our economy and would provide financial relief for millions of Americans."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 10, 2020
Tweet - "I am pleased that all 8 of South Carolina's HBCUs are getting this much needed technology upgrade to help support e-learning. Now we must ensure that all of our students have access to the affordable high-speed internet they need to get online."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 16, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. John Thune, Senate Majority Whip - Loeffler, Colleagues Urge Congress to Consider HBCUs for Additional COVID-19 Relief
Sen.Tim Scott, ...
May 27, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Senators Scott, Booker, Hassan, Loeffler Call on Education Department to Support Students Whose Financial Aid Eligibility is Impacted by COVID-19 Pandemic
Sen.Tim Scott, ...
April 24, 2020
Congressman Clyburn Announces More than $750 Thousand in Scholarship Funds for South Carolina State University
Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 20, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Reps. Pressley and Omar Lead Colleagues in Urging House Leadership to Include Student Debt Cancellation in Upcoming Coronavirus Relief Package
Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
Feb. 25, 2020
Rep. Norman Co-Sponsores Resolution Recognizing National Careers and Technical Education Month
Rep.Ralph Norman
Feb. 12, 2020
U.S. Rep. Norman Leads Effort to Reestablish DHS Outreach to Educational Institutions
Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
Feb. 10, 2020
Congressman Clyburn Hosts Savannah River Site-Hbcu Partnership Summit
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 16, 2020
Tweet - "Students who've been defrauded by their colleges have suffered enough. Secretary DeVos refuses to provide them w/ relief or hold these schools accountable. Today we reversed her rule so we can hold these predatory schools accountable & provide students the relief they deserve."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 20, 2019
Tweet - "In 2019, I introduced legislation on affordable housing, student loan debt, reducing gun violence, and more. As we go into 2020, I will continue to fight to make America's greatness accessible and affordable for all."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2019
Tweet - "#HBCUs and #MSIs are historically underfunded. Thanks to the hard of work our Senate colleagues, their funding has been PERMANENTLY authorized through the #FUTUREAct. This will provide these vital institutions with the stability and certainty they need to thrive."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2019
Tweet - "HBCUs are all about providing opportunities to our students who might not get them anywhere else, and preparing them so that when they graduate, they are just as qualified, if not more, as any other student in the same profession. #FUTUREAct #ForTheFUTURE"
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2019
Majority Whip Clyburn Applauds the Future Act Becoming Law
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2019
Tweet - "The FUTURE Act also simplifies the FAFSA from 108 to 22 questions. By simplifying this form, we're able to remove a significant barrier for students who need financial assistance in order to afford college."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 12, 2019
Senator Tim Scott Secures Another Win for HBCUs
Sen.Tim Scott
Dec. 10, 2019
Tweet - "HBCUs and MSIs generate billions of dollars for the U.S. economy every year and provide pathways to success for millions of students across the country. The FUTURE Act is vital to the future of these students and the students after them. We must fund them now. #ForTheFUTURE"
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 10, 2019
Tweet - "As a proud @SCState1896 graduate, I know HBCUs and MSIs play an important role in educating millions of students nationwide. I'm pleased that Congress was able to come together to permanently authorize funding to support these historic institutions. #ForTheFUTURE"
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 5, 2019
Senate Passes Bipartisan Solution to Permanently Fund Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions and Simplify the FAFSA for 20 Million Families
Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Dec. 4, 2019
Scott, Colleagues Propose Bipartisan Solution to Permanently Fund HBCUs
Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Dec. 3, 2019
Senate Education Leaders Propose Bipartisan Solution to Simplify the FAFSA for 20 Million Families and to Permanently Fund Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions
Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Dec. 3, 2019
Senate Education Leaders Propose Bipartisan Solution to Permanently Fund Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions
Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Nov. 20, 2019
Scott, Coons Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Designating November as National College Application Month
Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Nov. 19, 2019
Tweet - "I'm deeply disappointed that Chairman @SenAlexander & @senatemajldr continue to block vital funding for our nation's HBCUs & minority serving institutions. The education of young people isn't a bargaining tactic & we can't afford to turn our backs on these historic institutions."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 12, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the U.S. Education Department, and MG Mark Brown, COO of the Office of Federal Student Aid - Senator Warren and Majority Whip Clyburn Question DeVos Over Resignation of Top Student Loan Advisor
Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
Nov. 7, 2019
Tweet - "The House unanimously passed the #FUTUREAct in September--it is now November and the Senate has yet to vote. We owe it to these schools--and their students--to not let this legislation fall victim to Senator McConnell's legislative graveyard. #FUTUREActNow"
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 30, 2019
Tweet - "Today marks one month since Title III Federal funding expired for HBCUs. The House has done its part by passing the FUTURE Act, reauthorizing necessary funding, yet the Senate hasn't even taken it up for a vote. Our students cannot afford to wait. They need this funding now."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 25, 2019
Graham on POTUS visit to Benedict College
Sen.Lindsey Graham
Oct. 24, 2019
Sens. Johnson, Feinstein, Scott, Braun Introduce Legislation to Permanently Authorize SOAR Act
Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Oct. 15, 2019
Tweet - "The #CollegeAffordabilityAct of 2019 will address future student loan debt by: - Allowing refinancing of loans at lower interest rates - Providing incentives to states for free community college - Permanently authorizing funds for HBCUs & other minority serving institutions"
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 15, 2019
Tweet - "Students go to college in hopes of improving their future job opportunities and earning potential, however, student loan debt becomes a huge weight that is keeping Americans from achieving success. #CollegeAffordabilityAct"
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 7, 2019
Tweet - "Over 45 million Americans hold student loan debt worth over $1.5 trillion. Join me & @SenWarren this Wednesday at @SCSTATE1896 to hear about our Student Loan Debt Relief Act and how we're working to address this national crisis."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 2, 2019
HELP Committee Chairman Alexander Sponsors Cassidy's College Transparency Act
Sen.Lindsey Graham, ...
Aug. 29, 2019
Tweet - "My Student Loan Debt Relief Act with @SenWarren would eliminate up to $50,000 in student loan debt for 42 million Americans--providing debt relief to 95% of student borrowers, including cancelling student debt entirely for 75% of borrowers."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 31, 2019
Tweet - "The Student Loan Debt Relief Act would end the student debt crisis, help millions of struggling families obtain financial stability, and would also take meaningful steps to begin to close the racial wealth gap."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 23, 2019
Tweet - "Almost 45 Million Americans have over $1.5 Trillion in student loan debt. @SenWarren and I are combatting this crisis with the Student Loan Debt Relief Act which will cancel up to $50K in student loan debt for borrowers who make up to $100K. #CancelMyDebt WATCH LIVE:"
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 23, 2019
Senator Warren, House Majority Whip Clyburn Introduce Legislation to Cancel Student Loan Debt for Millions of Americans
Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
July 23, 2019
Tweet - "I'm proud to be working with @SenWarren to provide most student loan holders relief from this daunting burden and make amends for the failure to ensure that higher education is accessible and affordable to all."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 23, 2019
Tweet - "Crushing student debt has reached crisis levels in America requiring big, bold solutions. Post-secondary education should be the springboard to enable students to achieve their dreams not the impediment that prevents the realization of those goals."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 16, 2019
Scott, Coons Introduce Bill to Strengthen Relationships between the SBA and HBCU's
Sen.Tim Scott
June 28, 2019
Manchin, Scott Introduce Student Loan Disclosure Modernization Act
Sen.Tim Scott, ...
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