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Changes to Reporting Student and Parent Loan Repayments

New rules require loans taken out by parents for their children's education and loans for graduate students to be included in statistics on defaulted loans. This aims to better monitor the issue of education-related debt.
Key points
Loans for parents and graduate students will be included in the default rate calculation.
The Department of Education must report data on defaulted loans for these groups.
The changes are intended to help combat the issue of higher education debt.
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Additional Information
Combating Predatory Lending in Higher Education Act of 2021
Print number: HR 5126
Sponsor: Rep. Van Duyne, Beth [R-TX-24]
Process start date: 2021-08-27
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Changes to Reporting Student and Parent Loan Repayments

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 5126.

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 2021-08-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Loans for parents and graduate students will be included in the default rate calculation.
  • The Department of Education must report data on defaulted loans for these groups.
  • The changes are intended to help combat the issue of higher education debt.

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 Rep. Van Duyne, Beth [R-TX-24].

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 2025-12-28.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 5126

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