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Student Loan Transparency: Know Your Total Interest Costs

This new bill aims to increase transparency for federal student loans. It will help students understand the full cost of their loan, including the total interest amount payable over the loan's lifetime. This empowers them to make more informed financial decisions about their education.
Key points
Lenders of federal student loans will be required to disclose the total amount of interest to be paid.
This interest information will be based on a standard 10-year repayment plan.
The goal is to provide students with a clearer picture of the true cost of their student loans.
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Print number: 118_HR_1125
Sponsor: Rep. Feenstra, Randy [R-IA-4]
Process start date: 2023-02-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

STUDENT Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1125.

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 2023-02-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Lenders of federal student loans will be required to disclose the total amount of interest to be paid.
  • This interest information will be based on a standard 10-year repayment plan.
  • The goal is to provide students with a clearer picture of the true cost of their student loans.
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. Feenstra, Randy [R-IA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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Education