This hearing, the second of three on the reauthorization of the Higher Education Act, discussed some of the key federal elements in college preparation and outreach, as well as state and private-sector initiatives. Participating members and witnesses included: Honorable Ruben Hinojosa, Chairman, Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness; Honorable Ric Keller, Ranking Minority Member, Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness; Martha Cantu, Director, Gear Up Program, University of Texas-Pan American; Dane Linn, Director, Education Division, Center for Best Practices, National Governors Association; Maria D. Martinez, Director, Center for Academic Programs, University of Connecticut; and J.B. Schramm, Founder, College Summit.