What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 1098.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-13.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/plaws/publ200/PLAW-117publ200.htm

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2022/roll448.xml

Is this summary verified?

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Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 117-200.

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 1098

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Separating Joint Student Loans: New Options for Spouses and Former Spouses.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Ability to separate joint student loans into two distinct, individual loans. Option to separate loans is available even for borrowers who are in default. Allows for individual application for loan separation in cases of domestic violence, economic abuse, or inability to access the other borrower's loan information. If one borrower applies individually, the other non-applying borrower becomes solely liable for the remaining balance of the joint loan.

This law allows married couples and former spouses who took out a joint student loan to separate it. This means each individual can have their own loan, simplifying debt management, especially in cases of divorce or communication difficulties. Even those in default can take advantage of this option.

Key points

Ability to separate joint student loans into two distinct, individual loans.

Option to separate loans is available even for borrowers who are in default.

Allows for individual application for loan separation in cases of domestic violence, economic abuse, or inability to access the other borrower's loan information.

If one borrower applies individually, the other non-applying borrower becomes solely liable for the remaining balance of the joint loan.

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VOTING RESULTS

2022-09-21

For 232

Against 193

Abstain 0

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Additional Information

Joint Consolidation Loan Separation Act

Print number: S 1098

Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA]

Process start date: 2021-04-13

Voting date: 2022-09-21

Meeting no: 2

Voting no: 448

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