Eliminating the sibling penalty

Paragraph (3) of section 475(b) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1087oo(b)(3)) is amended to read as follows: (3) dividing the assessment resulting under paragraph (2) by the number of the family members, excluding student’s parents, who are enrolled or accepted for enrollment, on at least a half-time basis, in a degree, certificate, or other program leading to a recognized educational credential at an institution of higher education that is an eligible institution in accordance with the provisions of section 487 during the award period for which assistance under the title is requested; except that the amount determined under this subsection shall not be less than zero..