In Support of H.R. 6718 and UCAN's Advocacy to Protect Loan Access for Graduate and Professional Students

The ASUC expresses strong support for H.R. 6718, the Professional Student Degree Act, which aims to expand the federal definition of professional degree programs and protect graduate and professional students' access to federal student loans. This resolution also endorses the UC Advocacy Network's (UCAN) ongoing efforts to oppose federal loan caps and encourages the External Affairs Vice President (EAVP) to integrate these positions into federal advocacy. It matters to students by safeguarding financial aid for advanced degrees, which is crucial for maintaining California's workforce and the accessibility of public higher education.