VoterlyH.J.Res. 45: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to "Waivers and Modifications of Federal Student Loans".
118th Congress · Sponsored from Virginia · In progress
What this bill does
This joint resolution nullifies the rule issued by the Department of Education on October 12, 2022, that suspends federal student loan payments and discharges debt.
Key facts
- Status In progress
- Introduced 2023-03-27
- Policy area Education
- Cosponsors 94
- Latest action The Chair directed the Clerk to notify the Senate of the action of the House.
Sponsor
Who funds the sponsor?
Rep. Good, Bob [R-VA-5] introduced H.J.Res. 45. On Voterly you can see their top campaign donors from public Federal Election Commission records — individuals, PACs, and industry groups (follow the money) — and compare that with how they vote.
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Campaign donations show who helps fund the sponsor's election; they are not the same as who drafted or lobbied for the bill text. Lobbying disclosures are separate public records.
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Frequently asked questions
What does H.J.Res. 45 do?
This joint resolution nullifies the rule issued by the Department of Education on October 12, 2022, that suspends federal student loan payments and discharges debt.
Who sponsored H.J.Res. 45?
Rep. Good, Bob [R-VA-5] (R) of Virginia is the lead sponsor.
How do I find out who funds or lobbies for H.J.Res. 45?
Campaign-finance records (Federal Election Commission) show who funds the bill's sponsor. Separately, federal lobbying disclosures filed under the Lobbying Disclosure Act list the companies and lobbyists who reported lobbying on specific bills. Voterly links the sponsor's donors; lobbying records are public at the U.S. Senate and House lobbying databases.
Is H.J.Res. 45 now law?
Not yet. The current status is "In progress." See the latest action above for details.