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Pay Back Act
12/15/2023, 4:00 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4742
The Pay Back Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4742, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address the issue of student loan debt in the United States.
The Pay Back Act proposes several key provisions to help alleviate the burden of student loan debt on borrowers. One of the main components of the bill is the establishment of a loan forgiveness program for individuals who have made consistent payments on their student loans for a certain period of time. This program would provide relief to borrowers who have demonstrated a commitment to repaying their loans but are still struggling to make ends meet.
Additionally, the Pay Back Act aims to simplify the student loan repayment process by streamlining the various repayment plans currently available to borrowers. This would make it easier for individuals to understand their options and choose the plan that best fits their financial situation. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to increase transparency and accountability in the student loan industry. This would help ensure that borrowers are fully informed about their rights and responsibilities when it comes to repaying their loans. Overall, the Pay Back Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the growing problem of student loan debt in the United States. If passed, this bill has the potential to provide much-needed relief to millions of borrowers struggling to repay their loans.
The Pay Back Act proposes several key provisions to help alleviate the burden of student loan debt on borrowers. One of the main components of the bill is the establishment of a loan forgiveness program for individuals who have made consistent payments on their student loans for a certain period of time. This program would provide relief to borrowers who have demonstrated a commitment to repaying their loans but are still struggling to make ends meet.
Additionally, the Pay Back Act aims to simplify the student loan repayment process by streamlining the various repayment plans currently available to borrowers. This would make it easier for individuals to understand their options and choose the plan that best fits their financial situation. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to increase transparency and accountability in the student loan industry. This would help ensure that borrowers are fully informed about their rights and responsibilities when it comes to repaying their loans. Overall, the Pay Back Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the growing problem of student loan debt in the United States. If passed, this bill has the potential to provide much-needed relief to millions of borrowers struggling to repay their loans.
Congressional Summary of HR 4742
Pay Back Act
This bill prohibits the Departments of Education, Justice, or the Treasury from taking any action to cancel or forgive the outstanding balances (or portion of balances) of covered loans or otherwise modify the terms or conditions of covered loans unless expressly authorized by Congress. Covered loans refer to Federal Family Education Loans, Federal Direct Loans, Federal Perkins Loans, and loans under the Health Education Assistance Loan Program.Read the Full Bill
Current Status of Bill HR 4742
Bill HR 4742 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 19, 2023. Bill HR 4742 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 19, 2023. Bill HR 4742's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of July 21, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4742
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4742
Primary Policy Focus
EducationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4742
Pay Back Act
Pay Back Act
To prohibit the Secretary of Education, the Secretary of the Treasury, and the Attorney General from cancelling student loans, or changing any other terms or conditions on such loans, except as expressly authorized by an Act of Congress enacted after the date of enactment of this Act.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4742
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