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HR 8279·Federal·house

To expand the definition of institution of higher education in the Higher Education Act of 1965 with respect to certain graduate medical schools located outside of the United States.

In CommitteeFiled Apr 14, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Suozzi, Thomas R. [D-NY-3] (D)
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Apr 14, 2026

Summary

The bill amends the Higher Education Act to treat specific foreign graduate medical schools as eligible higher‑education institutions. It applies to schools that meet enrollment and graduation criteria or have a state‑approved clinical training program. This change could affect student loan eligibility for U.S. students attending those schools.

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