Federal and State Policy: A JFF Analysis

JFF’s policy experts take a close look at critical federal and state policies to guide congressional and state lawmakers in decision-making on education and workforce issues.

JFF Applauds Critical COVID-19 Relief, Urges More to Come
COVID-19: What Congress Needs to Do Next
JFF’s Response to the Student Aid Improvement Act of 2019
House Takes Positive Steps to Overhaul Higher Education
House Bill Strengthens Pathways to Health Care Careers

JFF is recommending that the federal government take action in areas that address the needs of the workforce, low-income populations, and secondary and postsecondary education systems.

Lexi Barrett on COVID-19 pandemic

Changes to the program over the years have resulted in institutions not making much of an effort to offer quality career-connected opportunities.

Erica Cuevas on federal work-study program.

Learn more about out JFF’s stance on recent policy issues and meet our experts.

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