Data analysis on access to Federal student aid for certain populations
(1) Development of the system
(1)Development of the system#
Within one year of August 14, 2008 , the Secretary shall analyze data from the FAFSA containing information regarding the number, characteristics, and circumstances of students denied Federal student aid based on a drug conviction while receiving Federal aid.
(2)Results from analysis#
The results from the analysis of such information shall be made available on a continuous basis via the Department website and the Digest of Education Statistics.
(3)Data updating#
The data analyzed under this subsection shall be updated at the beginning of each award year and at least one additional time during such award year.
(4)Report to Congress#
The Secretary shall prepare and submit to the authorizing committees, in each fiscal year, a report describing the results obtained by the establishment and operation of the data system authorized by this subsection.