Federal Register #ED-2026-SCC-2278

Request for Comments on GEAR UP Application Packages for Partnership and State Grants

This opportunity is a request for public comments from the Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education regarding the GEAR UP Application Packages for Partnership and State Grants. - Government Buyer: - Department of Education - Office of Postsecondary Education - Purpose: - Seeking feedback on revised application packages for the GEAR UP grant program - GEAR UP supports low-income students, including those with disabilities, in achieving secondary school diplomas and preparing for postsecondary education - Key Details: - This is a revision of an existing information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act - Application packages now include only program-specific forms; standard forms and unrelated information have been removed - The Department is interested in comments on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection, as well as suggestions for improvement - No OEMs, vendors, or procurement of products/services are involved, as this is an information collection notice related to grant applications

Description

The Department of Education is requesting comments on the GEAR UP Application Packages for Partnership and State Grants. This involves a revision of a currently approved information collection request under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The GEAR UP program provides discretionary grants to states and partnerships to support eligible low-income students in obtaining a secondary school diploma and preparing for postsecondary education. The application packages have been updated to include only program-specific forms required for this collection. Comments are invited on or before July 27, 2026.

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