Assignment task: On December 21, 2020 Congress lifted the long-standing ban on federal student aid - specifically, the Pell grant - for those who are incarcerated. See the article below:
Congress lifts long-standing ban on Pell grants to people in prison | PBS News (copy and paste to Google)
In July 2023, Pell Grants were restored to those in prison. Individuals in prison can apply for the Pell Grant now if there is reputable college program available at their particular prison:
If you were a lawmaker would you have supported this law to bring back Pell Grants to those in prison?
Provide three reasons to support your opinion.
Use research and empirical data to support your opinion.