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Student Loan Payment Deduction from Income for Benefits Eligibility

This act allows households to deduct monthly student loan payments from their income when applying for benefits. This means individuals repaying student loans may qualify for more assistance as their calculated income will be lower. This change could improve the financial situation for many families.
Key points
Allows deduction of student loan payments (both federal and private) from household income.
This change may increase eligibility for benefits by lowering reported income for households.
The provisions will take effect 180 days after enactment.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2717
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Process start date: 2025-09-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Student Loan Deduction Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2717.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-09-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Allows deduction of student loan payments (both federal and private) from household income.
  • This change may increase eligibility for benefits by lowering reported income for households.
  • The provisions will take effect 180 days after enactment.
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: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

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

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