Senators Tuberville, Banks Introduce ‘No Loan Forgiveness for Terrorists Act’
Bill codifies Trump Executive Order denying loan forgiveness to those involved in illegal or anti-American acts
U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) and Jim Banks (R-IN) have introduced the "No Loan Forgiveness for Terrorists Act," aiming to prevent individuals engaged in certain illegal activities from receiving benefits under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
The proposed legislation seeks to codify President Donald Trump’s March 7, 2025 Executive Order, Restoring Public Service Loan Forgiveness, which halted taxpayer-funded student loan forgiveness for individuals involved in activities deemed anti-American or illegal.
"Hard-working Americans should not be footing the bill for radical students who support and embolden blatant terrorism," said Sen. Tuberville. "No one should be rewarded for wreaking havoc on college campuses. The President has ended taxpayer-funded loan forgiveness, and it is Congress’ job to make his Executive Order permanent."
Sen. Banks echoed this sentiment, stating, "Taxpayers shouldn’t be forced to pay student loans for radicals who aid terrorists, mutilate children, or promote illegal immigration. This bill codifies President Trump’s order to stop subsidizing anti-American extremism."
The "No Loan Forgiveness for Terrorists Act" would disqualify individuals from receiving PSLF credit if they are employed by organizations that:
- Aid or abet violations of federal immigration laws
- Provide material support to terrorism
- Engage in practices involving the castration or mutilation of children
- Participate in illegal discrimination
- Violate state tort laws, including trespassing and disorderly conduct
This legislative effort follows Senator Tuberville's previous co-sponsorship of the "No Bailouts for Campus Criminals Act," which prevents individuals convicted of crimes during campus protests from receiving federal student loan forgiveness.
Senator Tuberville, serving as Chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Subcommittee on Education and the American Family, has been vocal about issues related to campus unrest and antisemitism. He has emphasized the distinction between lawful free speech and unlawful activities, asserting that individuals who engage in criminal behavior should face legal consequences.
The introduction of this bill reflects ongoing debates about the scope of federal student loan forgiveness programs and the criteria for eligibility, particularly concerning individuals involved in activities deemed harmful or unlawful.
The full text of the bill is available HERE.
