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New student loan rules take effect July 1. Here's what borrowers should know.
Summary by Southlake News Editorial Desk Mary Cunningham , as published by CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The overhaul is part of the 2025 "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" and will impact millions of people who take out loans for education. Changes to federal student loan rules are set to take effect on July 1.
Changes to federal student loan rules are set to take effect on July 1. These changes will limit borrowing amounts and repayment options for Americans. The overhaul is part of the 2025 "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" and will impact millions of people who take out loans for education.
The U.S. Department of Education aims to streamline the student loan system and reduce debt through this overhaul. Currently, student loan debt stands at almost $1.9 trillion.
Further details on the changes and how they will affect borrowers are available from the source, including information on existing repayment plans and the impact on specific programs like the Saving on a Valuable Education plan.
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Category: schools Published: June 30, 2026 Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW Reading time: 1 min
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