What does Preamble of HR 7893 do?

This bill proposes to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965. The stated purpose is to improve the process for verifying social security numbers submitted to the Secretary of Education for federal student aid. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 12, 2026, and referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 7893 do?

This bill is formally titled the FAFSA Verification Efficiency Act.

What does VERIFICATION OF SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER. of HR 7893 do?

This section amends Section 484(o) of the Higher Education Act of 1965. The Secretary of Education, in cooperation with the Commissioner of the Social Security Administration, will verify the social security number and citizenship status of individuals seeking federal student aid. Verification is required for individuals providing information under sections 483, 484(a), and 494. The amendment establishes that this verification process overrides other provisions of law.

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FAFSA Verification Efficiency Act — HR. 7893

Last updated: 3/12/2026 · Introduced: 3/12/2026

Author: Tim Walberg (R-MI)

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This bill amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require the Secretary of Education and the Social Security Administration to verify the social security numbers and citizenship status of individuals applying for federal student aid.
The verification process established by this bill overrides other existing laws.

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