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Student Loan Forgiveness for Young Farmers and Ranch Workers

This act aims to ease student loan burdens for individuals working on farms and ranches. It allows farm work to be considered public service, making them eligible for federal student loan forgiveness. This support intends to help young people pursue careers in agriculture by reducing their financial strain.
Key points
Full-time farm or ranch work can now qualify for federal student loan forgiveness.
This applies to employees or managers of qualified farms or ranches.
A qualified farm must meet specific annual gross revenue thresholds from agricultural product sales (e.g., $35,000 in 2022, adjusted for inflation annually).
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Print number: 117_HR_8549
Sponsor: Rep. Courtney, Joe [D-CT-2]
Process start date: 2022-07-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Young Farmer Success Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8549.

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 2022-07-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Full-time farm or ranch work can now qualify for federal student loan forgiveness.
  • This applies to employees or managers of qualified farms or ranches.
  • A qualified farm must meet specific annual gross revenue thresholds from agricultural product sales (e.g., $35,000 in 2022, adjusted for inflation annually).
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. Courtney, Joe [D-CT-2].

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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