Strengthening Loan Forgiveness for Public Service Workers Act
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for a percentage of student loan forgiveness for public service employment, and for other purposes.
This bill proposes to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to offer a percentage of student loan forgiveness for individuals who work in public service jobs. This includes professions such as teachers, nurses, firefighters, and government employees. By forgiving a portion of student loans, the bill aims to encourage more people to pursue public service careers.
The bill would affect anyone who has student loan debt and goes into public service work. It could help reduce the financial burden of repaying loans, making public service jobs more attractive and accessible. This, in turn, could lead to a more dedicated and skilled public workforce.
HB6284 was introduced on November 21, 2025, and has been referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce for further consideration. This is the first step in the legislative process, where the committee will review the bill, potentially hold hearings, and decide whether to advance it to the full House for a vote.
