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Student Loan Tax Relief Act

12/15/2023, 3:59 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3967

Bill 118 hr 3967, also known as the Student Loan Tax Relief Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to provide tax relief for individuals who have student loans.

Under this bill, individuals who have student loans would be able to deduct up to $2,500 of the interest paid on those loans from their taxable income. This deduction would be available to both current students and graduates who are repaying their loans.

The bill also includes provisions to make it easier for individuals to refinance their student loans at lower interest rates. This would help borrowers save money on their monthly payments and reduce the overall cost of their loans. Additionally, the Student Loan Tax Relief Act aims to simplify the process of applying for and receiving federal student loan forgiveness programs. This would make it easier for individuals who work in public service or other eligible fields to have their student loans forgiven after a certain period of time. Overall, the Student Loan Tax Relief Act is designed to provide much-needed financial relief to individuals burdened by student loan debt. It aims to make higher education more affordable and accessible for all Americans.

Current Status of Bill HR 3967

Bill HR 3967 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 9, 2023. Bill HR 3967 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 9, 2023.  Bill HR 3967's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of June 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3967

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3967

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3967

Student Loan Tax Relief Act
Student Loan Tax Relief Act
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make permanent the exclusion from taxable income of any student loan forgiveness or discharge.

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