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Campus Protest Convictions Block Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility.

This bill aims to disqualify individuals convicted of crimes committed during campus protests from receiving federal student loan forgiveness or cancellation. If enacted, students found guilty of offenses related to their protest conduct at a university would lose access to existing and future loan relief programs. This directly increases the personal debt burden for those convicted.
Key points
Individuals convicted of any Federal or State offense related to their conduct during a protest at a higher education institution become ineligible for federal student loan relief.
This prohibition applies to most federal student loans, including those under the Higher Education Act and the Health Education Assistance Loan Program.
The consequence is a direct financial penalty, ensuring that convicted individuals must repay the full amount of their covered student debt.
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Print number: 118_HR_8242
Sponsor: Rep. Williams, Brandon [R-NY-22]
Process start date: 2024-05-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Bailouts for Campus Criminals Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8242.

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 2024-05-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals convicted of any Federal or State offense related to their conduct during a protest at a higher education institution become ineligible for federal student loan relief.
  • This prohibition applies to most federal student loans, including those under the Higher Education Act and the Health Education Assistance Loan Program.
  • The consequence is a direct financial penalty, ensuring that convicted individuals must repay the full amount of their covered student debt.
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. Williams, Brandon [R-NY-22].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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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