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HR 7536

GRADUATE Act

119th Congress Introduced by Shomari Figures and 8 co-sponsors

HR 7536 establishes federal student loan forgiveness for graduate and professional degree holders, targeting advanced education debt relief as economic stimulus and equity measure.

Introduced in House
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Bill Summary · HR 7536

Legislative bill overview

HR 7536, the GRADUATE Act, establishes a federal student loan forgiveness program targeting graduate and professional degree holders. The bill would provide debt relief mechanisms for individuals who have completed advanced education credentials in specified fields or circumstances.

Why is this important

Student loan debt has reached over $1.7 trillion nationally, with graduate degree holders carrying disproportionately high balances—often $30,000-$100,000+. This legislation directly addresses a significant economic burden affecting educational advancement decisions and post-graduation financial security for millions of Americans pursuing advanced degrees.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal cost and funding mechanism: The bill's budgetary impact and whether it relies on appropriations, revenue increases, or deficit spending remains a key debate point for fiscal conservatives and fiscal hawks
  • Equity and targeting questions: Critics may question why graduate degree holders—typically higher earners—receive forgiveness before addressing undergraduate debt or broader workforce development needs
  • Moral hazard concerns: Opponents argue broad forgiveness may discourage responsible borrowing or incentivize future debt accumulation without addressing underlying cost drivers in higher education

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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