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Easier TEACH Grant Compliance: New Rules for Teachers

This act simplifies the TEACH Grant program, which helps teachers pay for college in exchange for working in high-need schools. It allows for reconsideration of grant-to-loan conversions, provides more time to fulfill service obligations, and offers flexibility in employment verification, especially due to the COVID-19 pandemic. These changes aim to prevent unnecessary debt for teachers and support their commitment to education.
Key points
Recipients can request reconsideration of TEACH Grant conversions to loans, even if partially repaid.
Extended time to fulfill teaching service obligations, including an additional 3 years due to COVID-19 or economic downturn.
Simplified employment verification, with alternative methods if schools are uncooperative or no longer exist.
Improved transparency regarding eligible schools and high-need teaching fields.
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Print number: 117_HR_2048
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2021-03-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Consider Teachers Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2048.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Recipients can request reconsideration of TEACH Grant conversions to loans, even if partially repaid.
  • Extended time to fulfill teaching service obligations, including an additional 3 years due to COVID-19 or economic downturn.
  • Simplified employment verification, with alternative methods if schools are uncooperative or no longer exist.
  • Improved transparency regarding eligible schools and high-need teaching fields.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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