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No Student Loan Forgiveness for Members of Congress

This bill aims to prevent Members of the U.S. Congress from benefiting from student loan cancellation programs. It means that if you are a Member of Congress, you will not be eligible for any federal student loan forgiveness program established during or after your service. The goal is to ensure that public officials do not gain personal financial benefits from programs they create or influence.
Key points
Members of Congress cannot have their student loans forgiven through federal programs.
This prohibition applies to both existing and future programs.
It seeks to prevent personal financial gain for public officials.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6668
Sponsor: Rep. Cole, Tom [R-OK-4]
Process start date: 2022-02-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Can’t Cancel Your Own Debt Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6668.

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 2022-02-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Members of Congress cannot have their student loans forgiven through federal programs.
  • This prohibition applies to both existing and future programs.
  • It seeks to prevent personal financial gain for public officials.
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. Cole, Tom [R-OK-4].

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.

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