SAVES Act

3/13/2024, 7:38 PM
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
The SAVES Act, also known as Bill 118 s 2067, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of student loan debt and provide relief to borrowers who are struggling to repay their loans.

The SAVES Act proposes several key provisions to help alleviate the burden of student loan debt. One of the main components of the bill is the establishment of a loan forgiveness program for borrowers who have made consistent payments on their loans for a certain period of time. This program aims to incentivize responsible repayment behavior and provide relief to borrowers who have demonstrated a commitment to paying off their loans.

Additionally, the SAVES Act includes provisions to streamline the loan repayment process and make it easier for borrowers to access information about their loans. The bill also aims to improve financial literacy among borrowers by requiring educational institutions to provide counseling and resources to help students make informed decisions about their loans. Overall, the SAVES Act is designed to address the growing problem of student loan debt in the United States and provide relief to borrowers who are struggling to repay their loans. If passed, this legislation has the potential to make a significant impact on the lives of millions of Americans who are burdened by student loan debt.
Congress
118

Number
S - 2067

Introduced on
2023-06-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/21/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
The SAVES Act, also known as Bill 118 s 2067, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of student loan debt and provide relief to borrowers who are struggling to repay their loans.

The SAVES Act proposes several key provisions to help alleviate the burden of student loan debt. One of the main components of the bill is the establishment of a loan forgiveness program for borrowers who have made consistent payments on their loans for a certain period of time. This program aims to incentivize responsible repayment behavior and provide relief to borrowers who have demonstrated a commitment to paying off their loans.

Additionally, the SAVES Act includes provisions to streamline the loan repayment process and make it easier for borrowers to access information about their loans. The bill also aims to improve financial literacy among borrowers by requiring educational institutions to provide counseling and resources to help students make informed decisions about their loans. Overall, the SAVES Act is designed to address the growing problem of student loan debt in the United States and provide relief to borrowers who are struggling to repay their loans. If passed, this legislation has the potential to make a significant impact on the lives of millions of Americans who are burdened by student loan debt.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to award grants to nonprofit organizations to assist such organizations in carrying out programs to provide service dogs to eligible veterans, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

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Recent Activity

Latest Action7/12/2023
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.