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Student Aid Fraud Oversight and Accountability Act of 2026

4/2/2026, 6:32 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7891

The Student Aid Fraud Oversight and Accountability Act of 2026, designated as H.R. 7891 in the 119th Congress and introduced on March 12, 2026, aims to enhance oversight and accountability related to student aid programs. The bill likely includes provisions to prevent and address fraudulent activities within the student aid system, potentially introducing measures to detect and penalize individuals or entities engaged in fraudulent practices. Further details on specific directives or actions proposed are outlined in the bill text accessible through the provided links.

Current Status of Bill HR 7891

Bill HR 7891 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 12, 2026. Bill HR 7891 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 12, 2026.  Bill HR 7891's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 33 - 0. as of March 17, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7891

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7891

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7891

Student Aid Fraud Oversight and Accountability Act of 2026
Student Aid Fraud Oversight and Accountability Act of 2026
To amend section 498A of the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require the Secretary of Education to prioritize program reviews of institutions of higher education that disburse Federal financial aid under title IV of such Act without verifying the identity of a student whose FAFSA presents a reasonable suspicion of identity fraud.

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