09.11.07
Fair Loan Payments in the College Cost Reduction Act
The Project on Student Debt has a comprehensive description on H.R. 2669, also known as the College Cost Reduction Act. It has a basic outline and also an FAQ.
Here’s what they say:
- Cap student loan payments to a reasonable percentage of income. (The lower the income, the lower the cap). See details in the Q&A below.
- Recognize borrowers’ family responsibilities. The bill adjusts the maximum required payment to account for family size. (The bigger the family, the lower the cap.) See details in the Q&A below.
- Limit buildup of interest. When capped payments are insufficient to cover interest charges, the program covers the interest on subsidized loans for up to three years.
- Ensure there is light at the end of the tunnel. Cancels remaining balances (if any) after 25 years (generally this would be accrued interest).
- Be widely available. The benefits are available in both major federal loan programs.
To read the FAQ, visit the Project for Student Debt.
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September 11, 2007 at 8:23 am
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