A Pennsylvania state senator is proposing legislation that would require high school seniors to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid, which determines eligibility for governmental and school financial aid. Doing so could help students realize aid may be available to help pay post-secondary education costs. His bill includes an opt-out provision, said Sen. Scott Martin, R-Lancaster County.
Sen. Scott Martin, R-Lancaster County, said about his proposed FAFSA completion mandate bill, “Some students also may not realize that aid is available for career training and certificate programs.” Screenshot from Pa. Senate website , nine states including Louisiana, Texas, Illinois, California, Alabama, Colorado, New Hampshire, Kansas and Maryland have laws in place pertaining to FAFSA completion. Martin’s bill would have Pennsylvania joining several others that are considering a FAFSA mandate.