H.R.9272

Parent PLUS Loan Fairness and Responsibility Act of 2026

Introduced·6/11/26

Allows transfer of certain federal student loans from parents to their children.

The Parent PLUS Loan Fairness and Responsibility Act of 2026 amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to enable the transfer of certain federal student loans from parents to their children. A covered parent loan, which includes Federal Direct PLUS Loans made to parents of dependent students, can be transferred if the loan is in good standing, was used for the child's educational expenses, and the child meets certain criteria.

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Education and Workforce Committee
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jun 11

House

Introduced in House

Jun 11

House

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.