HR 8815 United States House · 119th Congress

Teacher Debt Relief Act

This bill, known as the Teacher Debt Relief Act, amends the Higher Education Act to modify how student loan forgiveness is calculated for teachers. It directly affects educators by adjusting the specific sections of federal law that determine eligibility and the number of years of service required for loan discharge. The key mechanism involves reorganizing and updating the legal language within the Higher Education Act to clarify the rules for teacher loan repayment assistance. By making these technical changes to existing statutes, the bill aims to streamline the process for teachers seeking financial relief after working in the education sector.
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Introduced May 14, 2026 Last action May 14, 2026
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