Edu Dept Seeks Eternal Student Loan Form Approval (6 words)
Published Date: 8/31/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Education wants to keep collecting info from states, nonprofit lenders, and trustees involved in the Federal Family Educational Loan Program (FFEL) without changing the current process. This helps them manage student loans better and make sure everything runs smoothly. If you’re involved, you can share your thoughts by September 30, 2026, but no new costs or big changes are coming.
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