September 14, 2021
Within the higher education regulatory triad – the federal government, states, accrediting agencies – states are tasked with the primary responsibility for ensuring consumer protection.
September 10, 2021
The Department of Education recently released a new legal interpretation that revises and clarifies its position on the legality of state laws and regulations that govern various aspects of the servicing of federal student loans.
July 1, 2021
Coalition letter from 37 organizations to the Department of Education sharing its negotiated rulemaking priorities including substantial student and borrower representation among negotiators, and strengthening safeguards against predatory practices from for-profit institutions by reinstating the gainful employment regulation and having a strong borrower defense rule.
March 4, 2021
Coalition letter urging Senate Majority Leader Schumer and Minority Leader McConnell in support of the closing the 90/10 loophole in the American Rescue Plan of 2021.
February 2, 2021
Coalition letter from 54 organizations setting out our shared priorities for the 117th Congress
May 4, 2020
On May 4th, a coalition of 50 organizations representing and advocating for students, families, taxpayers, veterans and service members, faculty and staff, civil rights and consumers submitted comments to the Education Department.
March 3, 2020
Letter from 32 organizations urging the Education Department to automate the student loan discharge process for all borrowers with severe disabilities.
