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Student Loan Relief Act

12/30/2022, 4:18 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6708

The Student Loan Relief Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 6708, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide relief to individuals burdened by student loan debt.

One of the key provisions of the Student Loan Relief Act is the establishment of a loan forgiveness program for borrowers who have made consistent payments on their student loans for a certain period of time. This program aims to alleviate the financial strain on individuals who have been diligently working to repay their loans.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to lower interest rates on student loans, making it more affordable for borrowers to manage their debt. This is intended to help individuals avoid defaulting on their loans and facing negative consequences such as damaged credit scores. Furthermore, the Student Loan Relief Act seeks to expand access to income-driven repayment plans, which allow borrowers to make payments based on their income level. This can help individuals with lower incomes manage their student loan payments more effectively. Overall, the Student Loan Relief Act is designed to provide much-needed assistance to individuals struggling with student loan debt. By offering loan forgiveness, lowering interest rates, and expanding repayment options, this bill aims to alleviate the financial burden on borrowers and help them achieve financial stability.

Congressional Summary of HR 6708

Student Loan Relief Act

This bill requires the Department of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in outstanding student loan debt for each borrower. Further, the bill outlines the method of loan discharge and, for tax purposes, excludes loan cancellation or repayment from a borrower's gross income.

Current Status of Bill HR 6708

Bill HR 6708 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 11, 2022. Bill HR 6708 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 11, 2022.  Bill HR 6708's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Education and Labor, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of February 11, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6708

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6708

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6708

Student Loan Relief Act
Student Loan Relief Act
To direct the Secretary of Education to cancel or repay up to $25,000 in Federal student loans for each borrower.

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