Bill Cassidy - Ranking Member of the Senate HELP Committee | Official U.S. Senate headshot
Bill Cassidy - Ranking Member of the Senate HELP Committee | Official U.S. Senate headshot
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, criticized the Biden administration for its handling of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) program on National College Decision Day.
Dr. Cassidy expressed his frustration at the delays in implementing the FAFSA program, stating, "Some students will decide not to go to school because they don't know if they can afford it." He also criticized the administration's focus on student loan forgiveness, which he believes transfers debt unjustly.
The Senator called for accountability, urging his Democratic colleagues to prioritize the needs of students and parents over partisan politics. He emphasized, "It is about the students. It is about the parents. It is about the integrity of a process that the Department of Education has totally failed at."
Earlier this year, HELP Committee Republicans launched a hotline for individuals to report issues with the FAFSA process, highlighting the challenges faced by students, counselors, and financial aid administrators.
While DeptEd has struggled with FAFSA implementation, concerns have been raised about the administration's approach to student loan debt, potentially burdening taxpayers with significant costs.
For more information, visit the HELP Republicans' website or Twitter for updates on this ongoing issue.
Alerts Sign-up