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Although not likely to become law anytime soon, the package of bills shows that Senate Republicans are ready to step up to the plate on higher education policy.

As more families with fewer resources turn to Parent PLUS loans to afford higher education, policy makers need to seek broader reforms to improve college affordability, a new study says.

This is the first year in which they did not receive a preference.

Its move could encourage other colleges to do the same. Three have acted this year.

Students in a new survey cite concerns about academic preparation, mental health and affordability. Many say college isn’t worth it.