OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Workforce Development Through Post-Graduation Scholarships Act of 2021
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4095.
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 2021-06-23.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Post-graduation scholarships used for student loan repayment will not be counted as taxable income.
- Scholarship programs must be run by non-profit organizations and require recipients to live and work in communities with lower bachelor's degree attainment rates.
- The bill prevents double tax benefits for student loan interest if the loan was repaid with a tax-exempt scholarship.
- It mandates reporting requirements and regulations for these scholarships, and calls for reports on their effectiveness.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-18].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.
What is the impact of this bill?
We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.