Degrees Not Debt Act of 2025
Degrees Not Debt Act of 2025
Plain Language Summary
# Degrees Not Debt Act of 2025 (HR 5675) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Degrees Not Debt Act of 2025 aims to address student loan debt and make higher education more affordable. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, the bill's title suggests it focuses on reducing or eliminating student debt burdens while promoting access to college degrees. The bill was introduced by Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA) in the 119th Congress. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily impact current and future college students, borrowers with existing student loans, and potentially colleges and universities.
It could also affect taxpayers, depending on how the bill proposes to fund debt relief or education affordability measures. **Current Status:** As of the last update, HR 5675 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. The bill remains in the early stages of the legislative process and would need committee approval and broader congressional support to move forward. *Note: Complete legislative details are limited; interested parties should check Congress.gov for the full bill text and any amendments.*.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.