New state and local affordability policies continue to expand college-saving mechanisms and student aid completion requirements. New York City is moving ahead with a universal $1,000 contribution for children starting in kindergarten, depositing funds into a college savings account tied to options including four-year colleges, community colleges, and vocational programs. It builds on the existing NYC Kids RISE program that previously provided $100 at kindergarten entry. Separately, Washington state is advancing a proposal that would require high school students to complete the FAFSA (or opt out by signing a form) to graduate. The approach is intended to lift the state’s FAFSA completion rate, which remains below the national average despite improvement over the last year. Together, the actions underscore how policymakers are targeting both access to savings vehicles and the administrative bottlenecks that determine whether students reach aid in time for enrollment.