TRIO Access Act

The TRIO Access Act aims to streamline the process for students to access Federal TRIO programs by allowing institutions of higher education to utilize existing tax return information. This information, initially disclosed for financial aid purposes, can now also be used to determine eligibility for specific support programs. The bill amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to explicitly permit the use of this return information for the Student Support Services and the Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program . These programs are designed to assist disadvantaged students in pursuing higher education. Conforming amendments are also made to the Higher Education Act of 1965 , clarifying that FAFSA information can be disclosed and used by institutions for these specific TRIO programs. This change ensures that institutions can efficiently assess student eligibility without requiring additional information submissions, thereby simplifying the application process for students.