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Easier Student Loan Forgiveness for Military and Civilian Employees.

This act aims to simplify access to the public service loan forgiveness program for current and former active-duty military service members and civilian employees. By automatically certifying periods of employment, these individuals will no longer need to submit documents manually, speeding up the process and reducing bureaucracy. This means fewer formalities and quicker loan relief for eligible citizens.
Key points
Automatic employment certification for military and civilian employees in the public service loan forgiveness program.
Simplifies the loan forgiveness application process by eliminating the need for manual document submission.
Employment periods starting from October 1, 2007, will be automatically counted towards the program.
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Print number: 118_HR_7477
Sponsor: Rep. Van Orden, Derrick [R-WI-3]
Process start date: 2024-02-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ensuring Military Access to Higher Education Benefits Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7477.

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 2024-02-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Automatic employment certification for military and civilian employees in the public service loan forgiveness program.
  • Simplifies the loan forgiveness application process by eliminating the need for manual document submission.
  • Employment periods starting from October 1, 2007, will be automatically counted towards the program.
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. Van Orden, Derrick [R-WI-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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