What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 713.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-23.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr713/BILLS-119hr713ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Van Duyne, Beth [R-TX-24].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 713

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Penalties for Colleges with Student Loan Defaults and Tuition Hikes

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Universities with large endowments (over $2.5 billion) will face penalties if a high percentage of their students default on federal student loans, are delinquent, or underpay. The penalty amounts will depend on the percentage of students with repayment issues and will increase gradually over the years. Wealthy universities that raise tuition above an inflation-adjusted base amount will pay a significantly higher tax on their net investment income. The legislation aims to increase institutional accountability for student financial outcomes and control the cost of higher education.

New rules impose financial penalties on wealthy universities if a high percentage of their students default or underpay federal student loans. Additionally, these institutions may face a higher tax if they increase tuition above an inflation-adjusted baseline. The aim is to encourage universities to better support students in loan repayment and control rising education costs.

Key points

Universities with large endowments (over $2.5 billion) will face penalties if a high percentage of their students default on federal student loans, are delinquent, or underpay.

The penalty amounts will depend on the percentage of students with repayment issues and will increase gradually over the years.

Wealthy universities that raise tuition above an inflation-adjusted base amount will pay a significantly higher tax on their net investment income.

The legislation aims to increase institutional accountability for student financial outcomes and control the cost of higher education.

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Additional Information

Preventing Financial Exploitation in Higher Education Act

Print number: HR 713

Sponsor: Rep. Van Duyne, Beth [R-TX-24]

Process start date: 2025-01-23

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