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Student Loan Separation: New Rules for Married and Formerly Married Couples.

This act simplifies the process of separating joint student loans taken out by married couples. This allows individuals in difficult situations, such as divorce, domestic violence, or economic abuse, to manage their portion of the debt independently. The aim is to provide fairness and financial relief to citizens.
Key points
Ability to separate joint student loans into two individual loans, simplifying debt management after divorce or separation.
Individuals experiencing domestic or economic abuse can independently request loan separation without the other borrower's consent.
Separated loans retain original terms, such as interest rate and origination date, meaning they are not treated as new obligations.
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Print number: 117_HR_8909
Sponsor: Rep. Foxx, Virginia [R-NC-5]
Process start date: 2022-09-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Simplified Joint Consolidation Separation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8909.

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 2022-09-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ability to separate joint student loans into two individual loans, simplifying debt management after divorce or separation.
  • Individuals experiencing domestic or economic abuse can independently request loan separation without the other borrower's consent.
  • Separated loans retain original terms, such as interest rate and origination date, meaning they are not treated as new obligations.
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. Foxx, Virginia [R-NC-5].

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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