FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Aug 28, 2024

AmeriCorps State and National program has proposed a new rule that is open for comment for the next 30 days

WASHINGTON, DC—AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, announced a proposed rule to revise the AmeriCorps State and National program regulations on the number of terms for which AmeriCorps will fund living allowances and other benefits for members.

This proposal would revise the recently finalized AmeriCorps State and National rule, expanding the flexibility for members to earn the aggregate value of two Segal Education Awards or four terms, whichever is longer.

This proposed rule is open for public comment until Friday, September 27, 2024. To view the proposed rule, visit the Federal Register.

AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, provides opportunities for Americans to serve their country domestically, address the nation’s most pressing challenges, improve lives and communities, and strengthen civic engagement. Each year, the agency places more than 200,000 AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers in intensive service roles; and empowers millions more to serve as long-term, short-term, or one-time volunteers. Learn more at AmeriCorps.gov.

AmeriCorps offers opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds to be a part of the national service community, grow personally and professionally, and receive benefits for their service. Learn how to get involved at AmeriCorps.gov/Serve.