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Fulbright Teacher’s Loan Forgiveness Act

8/19/2025, 6:38 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4973

The bill, titled "To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to allow participation in certain Fulbright programs to qualify for the repayment plan for public service employees, and for other purposes," was introduced in the 119th Congress as H.R. 4973 on August 15, 2025.

Current Status of Bill HR 4973

Bill HR 4973 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 15, 2025. Bill HR 4973 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on August 15, 2025.  Bill HR 4973's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of August 15, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4973

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4973

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4973

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to allow participation in certain Fulbright programs to qualify for the repayment plan for public service employees, and for other purposes.
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to allow participation in certain Fulbright programs to qualify for the repayment plan for public service employees, and for other purposes.

Comments

Maisy Cole profile image

Maisy Cole

501

3 months ago

I don't think this is a good idea. It seems like it could cause some problems down the road. How will this impact us in the long run?

Londyn Donovan profile image

Londyn Donovan

368

3 months ago

This bill sucks big time.

Belen Clements profile image

Belen Clements

482

3 months ago

This bill hurts my wallet. Short term, it's bad.