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Transparency in Student Lending Act
9/18/2024, 11:03 AM
Summary of Bill S 4686
The Transparency in Student Lending Act, also known as Bill 118 s 4686, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to increase transparency in the student lending process, particularly in regards to private student loans.
One key provision of the bill is the requirement for lenders to provide clear and easily understandable information to borrowers about the terms and conditions of their loans. This includes details such as interest rates, fees, repayment options, and potential consequences of defaulting on the loan.
Additionally, the bill aims to improve consumer protection by prohibiting certain deceptive practices by lenders, such as misleading advertising or unfair lending practices. It also seeks to enhance oversight of the student lending industry to ensure that borrowers are being treated fairly and ethically. Overall, the Transparency in Student Lending Act is designed to empower students and their families to make informed decisions about their education financing options and to protect them from predatory lending practices. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo revisions before potentially being passed into law.
One key provision of the bill is the requirement for lenders to provide clear and easily understandable information to borrowers about the terms and conditions of their loans. This includes details such as interest rates, fees, repayment options, and potential consequences of defaulting on the loan.
Additionally, the bill aims to improve consumer protection by prohibiting certain deceptive practices by lenders, such as misleading advertising or unfair lending practices. It also seeks to enhance oversight of the student lending industry to ensure that borrowers are being treated fairly and ethically. Overall, the Transparency in Student Lending Act is designed to empower students and their families to make informed decisions about their education financing options and to protect them from predatory lending practices. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo revisions before potentially being passed into law.
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Current Status of Bill S 4686
Bill S 4686 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 11, 2024. Bill S 4686 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 11, 2024. Bill S 4686's most recent activity was Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Hearings held. as of September 17, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4686
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 S 4686
Primary Policy Focus
EducationAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 4686
Transparency in Student Lending Act
Transparency in Student Lending Act
A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require the disclosure of the annual percentage rates applicable to Federal student loans.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 4686
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