This joint resolution nullifies the rule issued by the Department of Education titled Postsecondary Student Success Grant and published on June 7, 2024. The rule proposes priorities, requirements, and definitions for use in the Postsecondary Student Success Grant program.
The passage of HJR41 would void the authority of the Department of Education to enact the 'Postsecondary Student Success Grant' rule, impacting how postsecondary education institutions manage student success-related funding. This could have significant consequences on the allocation of federal resources designed to enhance educational outcomes and support students in higher education, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Consequently, institutions may face limitations in funding that could hinder their ability to implement or expand student support services.
HJR41 specifically addresses the congressional disapproval of a rule submitted by the Department of Education concerning the 'Postsecondary Student Success Grant'. This resolution proposes to prevent the implementation of the rule as stated in the Federal Register, which was published on June 7, 2024. The Joint Resolution serves as a mechanism through which Congress can express its disapproval and ensure that the proposed rule does not take effect, thus enacting a formal act of congressional oversight and regulatory control.
The resolution likely represents a broader ideological debate over the role of federal oversight versus institutional autonomy in higher education funding. Proponents of disapproval may argue that the rule imposes undue federal constraints on state and local educational authorities or that it inadequately addresses the unique needs of various educational institutions. Conversely, opponents of HJR41 might contend that the resolution could undermine initiatives designed to improve student retention and success, particularly for underrepresented groups in the higher education system.