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HR 5675

Degrees Not Debt Act of 2025

119th Congress Introduced by Salud Carbajal

Overview: HR 5675, Degrees Not Debt Act of 2025Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this bill is to make college more affordable and accessible by providing tuition-free public

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Bill Summary · HR 5675

Overview: HR 5675, Degrees Not Debt Act of 2025
Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this bill is to make college more affordable and accessible by providing tuition-free public higher education and expanding student loan forgiveness programs.
Key Provisions:
- Establishes a federal program to provide tuition-free enrollment at public 2-year and 4-year colleges and universities
- Expands the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program to forgive up to $50,000 in student loan debt for eligible borrowers
- Increases funding for Pell Grants and other need-based financial aid programs
- Requires participating institutions to maintain affordable tuition and fees for students
- Creates a new federal agency, the Department of Higher Education, to oversee and administer the programs
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would directly benefit current and future college students by reducing the financial burden of higher education. It would also support public colleges and universities by providing additional funding and resources.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives and is currently in the legislative process.

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