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BillHR 8279 · 119

To expand the definition of institution of higher education in the Higher Education Act of 1965 with respect to certain graduate medical schools located outside of the United States.

Introduced
Apr 14, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 14, 2026

Bill Summary

Expands the definition of institution of higher education to include certain graduate medical schools located outside of the United States. This allows these schools to be considered for the same benefits and recognition as US-based institutions.

Sponsored By

Thomas R. Suozzi
Democrat · New York · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 14, 2026
  2. Apr 14, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  3. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  4. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  5. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects graduate medical schools located outside the US and their students, potentially making them eligible for US federal benefits and recognition. It may also impact US students who attend these international graduate medical schools.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicEducation
IntroducedApr 14, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 14, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Subjects
  • Education

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.