Education's Plan B: Virtual Meetings If Funding Flops
Published Date: 9/30/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The Department of Education is planning extra virtual meeting dates for the RISE Rulemaking Committee from October 15-17, 2025, just in case funding issues stop the in-person meetings from October 1-3. These meetings help update college financial aid rules based on new laws signed this year. If you’re involved in higher education programs, keep an eye on these dates to stay in the loop!
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