S. 227 · 108th Congress
Loan Forgiveness for Certified Teachers Act of 2003
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Dianne Feinstein
- Introduced
- 2003-01-28
- Latest action
- 2003-01-28 · Introduced in Senate
Summary
Loan Forgiveness for Certified Teachers Act of 2003 - Amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 (HEA) to increase from $5,000 to $10,000 the maximum amount of student loan cancellation for certified or licensed teachers who teach for five years at low-income elementary or secondary schools.Establishes a HEA grants program for promoting teacher certification and licensing. Authorizes the Secretary of Education to make such grants to institutions of higher education for programs, projects, and activities to encourage professionals and other interested persons to become certified or licensed teachers. Includes among authorized activities developing curricula and support programs and recruitment strategies.