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A bill to establish a new Guaranteed Student Loan Program.
8/21/2024, 1:26 AM
Summary of Bill S 4926
Bill 118 s 4926, also known as the Guaranteed Student Loan Program Act, is a proposed piece of legislation in the US Congress that aims to create a new program for providing guaranteed student loans to eligible individuals seeking higher education.
The bill outlines the key components of the new program, including eligibility requirements, loan terms, and repayment options. Under the Guaranteed Student Loan Program, students would be able to borrow funds for tuition, fees, and other educational expenses at a fixed interest rate determined by the government.
One of the main goals of the bill is to make higher education more accessible and affordable for all students, regardless of their financial background. The program would provide a safety net for lenders by guaranteeing repayment of the loans in the event that the borrower defaults. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for loan forgiveness for borrowers who work in certain public service fields, such as education, healthcare, or government. This is intended to incentivize individuals to pursue careers that benefit society as a whole. Overall, the Guaranteed Student Loan Program Act seeks to address the rising cost of higher education and the burden of student loan debt on individuals and families. It aims to provide a more secure and affordable option for students to finance their education and ultimately achieve their academic and career goals.
The bill outlines the key components of the new program, including eligibility requirements, loan terms, and repayment options. Under the Guaranteed Student Loan Program, students would be able to borrow funds for tuition, fees, and other educational expenses at a fixed interest rate determined by the government.
One of the main goals of the bill is to make higher education more accessible and affordable for all students, regardless of their financial background. The program would provide a safety net for lenders by guaranteeing repayment of the loans in the event that the borrower defaults. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for loan forgiveness for borrowers who work in certain public service fields, such as education, healthcare, or government. This is intended to incentivize individuals to pursue careers that benefit society as a whole. Overall, the Guaranteed Student Loan Program Act seeks to address the rising cost of higher education and the burden of student loan debt on individuals and families. It aims to provide a more secure and affordable option for students to finance their education and ultimately achieve their academic and career goals.
Current Status of Bill S 4926
Bill S 4926 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 1, 2024. Bill S 4926 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on August 1, 2024. Bill S 4926's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of August 1, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4926
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4926
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4926
A bill to establish a new Guaranteed Student Loan Program.
A bill to establish a new Guaranteed Student Loan Program.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 4926
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