NEBHE Summary: Overview of New England State Reopening Plans and Higher Education Guidance (Last updated: May 11, 2020 at 1:00 p.m.)
NEBHE’s followup letter to New England Congressional Delegation on COVID-19 Relief (4/8/20)
Dear Senators and Representatives:
Thank you for your leadership on behalf of New England’s 260 public and independent postsecondary institutions through the CARES Act. The emergency funds for institutions and students, stabilization funds, Title IV flexibility and regulatory relief, and the expansion of student loan deferrals are of great value and critical importance…
NEBHE sends letter to New England Congressional Delegation on COVID-19 Relief (3/20/20)
Dear Senators and Representatives:
We write with regard to the 260 public and independent postsecondary institutions in the six New England states. As you know, these institutions are critical engines of our educated workforce and talent pipelines…
NEBHE tracking of regulations, policies and proposals related to COVID-19 and Higher Education
Advocacy and Information on Higher Education Topics
Advocacy for Congressional Action:
- American Council on Education & Partners Letter to Congress: Higher Education Tax Proposals (4/9/20)
- American Council on Education Letter & Partners to U.S. Senate: Higher Education Supplemental Funds (4/9/20)
- State Higher Education Executive Officers Letter to Congress: Stabilization of States’ Investments in Higher Education (4/7/20)
- ACE, NAFSAA and TICAS Letter to Congress on Relief for Federal Student Loan Borrowers (3/20/20)
- American Council on Education & Partners: Higher Education Community’s Request to Congress (3/20/20)
Institutional Finances:
- Visit National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators’ (NAFSAA) COVID-19 Web Center for comprehensive information and FAQs.
Equity:
- Senate Democrat’s March 10th letter to Secretary DeVos
- Sen. Reed Seeks Emergency E-Rate Funds to Help Close Homework Gap & Ensure All Students Can Participate in Distance Learning
Student Visas:
Veterans and Military Benefits:
- Sen. Moran’s bill (S. 3503) to allow veterans on the GI Bill to continue receiving full benefits as universities move classes online to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Became law on March 21, 2020.
- WCET Frontiers: Guidance provides some relief and real challenges for Veteran Students
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