H.R. 8896 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Loan Forgiveness for Educators Act of 2026
H.R. 8896 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on May 19, 2026, sponsored by Teresa Leger Fernandez with 17 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- May 19, 2026
- Co-sponsors
- 17
- Policy area
- Education
What it does
Loan Forgiveness for Educators Act of 2026 This bill expands loan forgiveness for educators by revising the Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program. The program provides loan forgiveness (up to $17,500) for teachers who are highly qualified, teach full-time in a low-income elementary or secondary school or educational service agency, and complete five years of consecutive service.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-NM). Co-sponsors: 17 Democrats.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 19, 2026
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. (May 19, 2026)
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