A pending law or regulation would allow federal grants to cover tuition for short‑term, job‑focused postsecondary programs, potentially expanding eligibility for low‑income and nontraditional students. Advocates say the change could be a "game changer" for workforce-relevant credentials; critics note quality, oversight and transferability challenges remain. Higher-education leaders must weigh program design, accreditation alignment and financial-aid compliance if institutions seek to enroll grant‑funded short‑term learners. Provosts and registrars should also consider credential portability and pathways into longer degree programs. (Source: analysis of proposed federal changes affecting short‑term program aid.)