FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 24, 2022

HACU Statement on Biden-Harris Administration student loan relief plan

SAN ANTONIO – The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) has issued a statement on the Biden-Harris Administration announcement of a final student loan pause extension through December 31 and targeted debt cancellation to smooth transition to repayment.

“HACU applauds the Biden-Harris Administration announcement of a student debt relief program and loan forgiveness plan,” said HACU President and CEO Antonio R. Flores. “HACU supports the Administrations’ plan to help reduce student loan debt for millions of students across the country. These measures will particularly help lower-income individuals reduce their student loan debt significantly. We look forward to working with the Administration to ensure that eligible individuals avail themselves to these important benefits.”   

Read full release here.

About HACU

The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, founded in 1986, represents more than 500 colleges and universities in the United States, Latin America, Spain and school districts throughout the U.S. HACU is the only national association representing existing and emerging Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). The Association’s headquarters in San Antonio, Texas, with regional offices in Washington, D.C and Sacramento, California.

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HACU Media Contact:

Norma Jean Revilla-Garcia

Executive Director of Communications and Marketing

Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities

210-576-3206