Rebecca Natow
- Jul 29, 2019
- 1 min read

Harris Releases Higher Ed Policy Proposals

Senator Kamala Harris (D-CA), a candidate for the Democratic nomination for president, recently released higher ed policy proposals on the campaign trail.

One proposal involves debt forgiveness for recipients of Pell Grants "who start a business that operates for three years in disadvantaged communities." (Business Insider)

Another proposal would provide $10 billion for research and facilities and another $50 billion for student scholarships at minority-serving institutions. (Inside Higher Ed)

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