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New Tax Proposals Threaten College Affordability, Advocates Warn
2/9/2025
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- Republican lawmakers are pushing for new taxes on college scholarships and higher taxes on university endowments, aiming to trim the budget for higher education. This could burden students and families with increased costs, jeopardizing federal aid and student loan repayment options. Advocates are alarmed, fearing these measures reflect a troubling ideological agenda.
