OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Ensuring Distance Education Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8761.
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 2024-06-14.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- For-profit colleges will find it easier to meet the requirement that at least 10% of their revenue comes from sources other than federal student aid.
- Revenue from programs offered fully or partially through distance education (online) will now explicitly count towards this 10% threshold.
- The change helps ensure that students attending these schools, particularly those enrolled in online programs, can continue to use federal loans and grants.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Owens, Burgess [R-UT-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 2025-12-25.
What is the impact of this bill?
We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.