Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Education
Why This Matters
This bill restores federal loan limits for graduate and professional students that were reduced in previous legislation. It aims to help more students afford their advanced education by increasing loan availability.
If you are a graduate student, you could access more federal loan money to help pay for your education.
Who this affects
Graduate students · Professional students
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill would increase the amount of federal loans available to graduate and professional students.
2It aims to reverse previous cuts made to federal loan limits for these students.
3The changes would apply to any graduate programs starting after July 1, 2012.
4The bill would remove certain restrictions on loan eligibility for graduate students.
5It seeks to make higher education more accessible for those pursuing advanced degrees.
