Data Collection for Student Parents
Official: Understanding Student Parent Outcomes Act of 2025
IntroducedJune 12, 2025
Why This Matters
This bill aims to improve how data is collected about students who are also parents or caregivers. By gathering specific information, it helps understand their needs and challenges in higher education.
If you are a student with children, this bill could lead to better support and resources for your education.
Affects: Student parents and caregivers attending colleges and universities.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill requires better data collection on students who are parents or caregivers. 2. It defines what a 'parenting student' is for consistent data gathering. 3. The bill mandates tracking enrollment, retention, and completion rates for these students. 4. It also collects information on their income, employment, and childcare needs. 5. Data will be gathered starting in the 2026-2027 academic year.
Who is affected?
Student parents and caregivers attending colleges and universities.