State Student Issues
At the Friday, November 5th ASA Board of Directors’ meeting, the board unanimously approved the following policy priorities this legislative session after the ASA Legislative Affairs Committee’s recommendation.
Access and Workforce Development
Fight for State Investment to Grow Arizona’s Economy
Provide university and financial aid investments to strengthen access to public universities and develop a diversified workforce
o Prevent further university budget cuts and legislative efforts that would increase the burden associated with tuition and cost of attending a university
o Support legislative effort that would reduce or minimize burdens associated with tuition and cost of attending a university
o Protect existing financial aid programs form budget cuts or other harmful changes and support any legislative efforts that would improve financial aid opportunities for students
Non-Traditional Student Initiatives
Honor Hardworking Arizonans and Military Service Members
Encourage opportunities for student veterans and community college students to transfer to and graduate from public universities
o Support legislative efforts that would reduce or minimize any barriers and/or expand access to higher education for student veterans and community college students
Voter Access
Build a Prosperous and Engaged Arizona Citizenry
Formalize student government civic engagement efforts with university and state officials
o Support legislative efforts that would reduce or minimize any barriers and/or expand access to the registration or voting process for college students
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