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NJ A1576

NJ A1576
Requires registration of private education lenders; establishes protections for private education borrowers.


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Introduced
01/11/2022
In Committee
01/11/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Requires registration of private education lenders; establishes protections for private education borrowers.

AI Summary

This bill requires registration of private education lenders and establishes protections for private education borrowers. It defines key terms like "private education lender," "private education loan," and "cosigner." The bill mandates lender registration, provides disclosures for cosigners, restricts lender practices like acceleration and collection, and requires lenders to discharge loans for borrowers with total and permanent disabilities. It also imposes requirements on debt collectors seeking to recover private education loan debts. The bill aims to increase transparency and consumer protections for private student loan borrowers in New Jersey.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee (on 01/11/2022)

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