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SOAR Act

4/17/2024, 11:45 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3670

The SOAR Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 3670, 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 SOAR 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 would provide relief to individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to repaying their loans but are still facing financial hardship.

Additionally, the SOAR Act aims to simplify the process of applying for and managing student loans. The bill includes provisions to streamline the application process for federal student aid, as well as measures to improve loan servicing and repayment options for borrowers. Overall, the SOAR Act is designed to provide much-needed assistance to individuals struggling with student loan debt. By offering loan forgiveness and improving the loan management process, this legislation seeks to make higher education more accessible and affordable for all Americans.

Current Status of Bill HR 3670

Bill HR 3670 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 1, 2021. Bill HR 3670 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 1, 2021.  Bill HR 3670's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 460. as of December 14, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3670

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
10
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3670

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

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