H.R. 1412 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Higher Education Relief Opportunities for Students Act of 2003
H.R. 1412 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Mar 25, 2003, sponsored by John Kline with 46 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Mar 25, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 46
- Policy area
- Education
- Public law
- Public Law 108-76
What it does
Higher Education Relief Opportunities for Students Act of 2003 - Authorizes the Secretary of Education to waive or modify any requirement or regulation applicable to the student financial assistance programs under title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 as deemed necessary with respect to an affected individual who: (1) is serving on active duty during a war or other military operation or national emergency; (2) is perfor…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
John Kline (R-MN). Co-sponsors: 10 Democrats, 36 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 25, 2003
- Passed the HouseApr 1, 2003
- Passed the SenateJul 31, 2003
- Sent to the PresidentAug 7, 2003
- Became lawAug 18, 2003
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-76. (Aug 18, 2003)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
House · Apr 1, 2003 · Passed421–1
Every roll call vote on this bill
- Higher Education Relief Opportunities for Students ActHouse · Apr 1, 2003
Other Education bills in the 108th Congress
- S. 570: A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 with respect to the qualifications of foreign…
- H.R. 5185: Higher Education Extension Act of 2004
- H.R. 2023: Asthmatic Schoolchildren's Treatment and Health Management Act of 2004
- H.R. 5186: Taxpayer-Teacher Protection Act of 2004
- H.R. 1350: Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004
- H.R. 5360: American History and Civics Education Act of 2004
- H.R. 236: Student Bill of Rights
- H.R. 490: Instructional Materials Accessibility Act of 2003
- H.R. 501: Nurse Loan Forgiveness Act of 2003
- S. 620: College Fire Prevention Act
Committees
- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
- Education and the Workforce Committee
More
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