What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 2872.
Student Loan Deferment and Waivers for Survivors of Sex-Based Harassment.
This bill allows survivors of sex-based harassment, including sexual assault and domestic violence, to postpone federal student loan payments for up to three years if they interrupt their studies. It also grants the Secretary of Education the authority to waive the requirement for these students to return federal grants (like Pell Grants) or loans received for the interrupted period. This provides crucial financial relief and protection for students whose education is disrupted by violence.
Key points
Allows up to 3 years of student loan payment deferment for students who are victims of sexual harassment or violence and cease studies.
Qualification requires reporting the incident to a Title IX coordinator or healthcare provider; formal institutional findings are not mandatory.
The Secretary of Education can waive the requirement to return federal grants or loans following withdrawal due to the harassment.
Status:
Expired
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