H.R. 2132 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
To extend the waiver authority of the Secretary of Education with respect to student financial assistance during a war or other military operation or national emergency.
H.R. 2132 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on May 5, 2005, sponsored by John Kline with 4 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 5, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 4
- Policy area
- Education
- Public law
- Public Law 109-78
What it does
Amends the Higher Education Relief Opportunities for Students Act of 2003 (P.L. 108-76) to extend through September 30, 2007, the waiver authority of the Secretary of Education with respect to student financial assistance during a war or other military operation or national emergency.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
John Kline (R-MN). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 2 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 5, 2005
- Passed the HouseSep 20, 2005
- Passed the SenateSep 27, 2005
- Sent to the PresidentSep 29, 2005
- Became lawSep 30, 2005
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-78. (Sep 30, 2005)
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Committees
- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
- Education and the Workforce Committee
More
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