HEAL Program Seeks Comments on Unchanged Reporting Rules
Published Date: 8/6/2025
Notice
Summary
The Department wants to keep collecting info for the Health Education Assistance Loan (HEAL) program just like before—no changes! This affects students and loan holders who use HEAL, making sure paperwork stays easy and up-to-date. They’re asking for public comments soon, so keep an eye out if you want to share your thoughts!
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HEAL paperwork stays the same
If you are a Health Education Assistance Loan (HEAL) borrower or student, the Department is extending its current information collection for the HEAL program without making any changes. That means the current paperwork, forms, and reporting will remain the same while the Department seeks public comments.
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