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Improved Oversight of For-Profit Colleges: Protecting Students and Taxpayers

This act establishes a new committee to coordinate federal agencies' efforts in overseeing for-profit higher education institutions. Its goal is to prevent fraud, enhance educational quality, and increase accountability for these institutions towards students and taxpayers. Citizens will gain easier access to information about colleges and a streamlined complaint process.
Key points
Establishment of the Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee to monitor for-profit colleges.
Creation of a centralized complaint system for students regarding for-profit institutions, accessible via phone and website.
Annual public reporting on for-profit colleges, including data on funding, graduation rates, student debt, and complaints.
Publication of a 'For-Profit College Warning List for Parents and Students' to highlight problematic institutions.
Increased transparency and accountability for for-profit colleges, aiming to protect students from predatory practices and safeguard public funds.
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Print number: 118_HR_7804
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson, Jeff [D-NC-14]
Process start date: 2024-03-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Improvement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7804.

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 2024-03-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of the Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Coordination Committee to monitor for-profit colleges.
  • Creation of a centralized complaint system for students regarding for-profit institutions, accessible via phone and website.
  • Annual public reporting on for-profit colleges, including data on funding, graduation rates, student debt, and complaints.
  • Publication of a 'For-Profit College Warning List for Parents and Students' to highlight problematic institutions.
  • Increased transparency and accountability for for-profit colleges, aiming to protect students from predatory practices and safeguard public funds.
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. Jackson, Jeff [D-NC-14].

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 2025-12-25.

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