US bill could speed student loan forgiveness by counting jobless months for middle class

No payment months may suddenly count toward forgiveness

A proposed US student loan bill would change how forgiveness is calculated for borrowers who lose jobs. It could count months with no payments toward debt relief, potentially helping middle-class workers avoid long delays. Many on income-based repayment plans may benefit, while the bill also outlines faster relief steps. However, it is not final and still needs government approval.