Federal Court Overturns Education Department Policy on Jay Treaty Student Aid Eligibility

A U.S. District Court in New York has invalidated a U.S. Department of Education policy that required American Indian students born in Canada, known as Jay Treaty students, to obtain immigration documents for federal student aid. The court ruled the ED exceeded its authority and failed to justify the policy change. This decision ensures Jay Treaty students can access federal aid without needing DHS documentation like green cards.