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119th Congress · House bill · Last action Dec 15, 2025
Bills›Education›H.R. 6718Congress.gov ↗
H.R. 6718In CommitteeEducation

Professional Student Degree Act

Sponsor: Rep. Lawler, Michael (R-NY)26 cosponsorsIntroduced Dec 15, 2025
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Dec 15
Dec 15, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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Dec 15, 2025
Introduced in House
Dec 15
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Introduced in House
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All 26 cosponsors

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In the news

Advocacy in Action: PAs Have the Attention of Congress…We Need Your Voice at LAS to Keep It! - American Academy of Physician Assistants
Lawler Applauds Court Victory Expanding Professional Degree Status for Nursing and Healthcare Students - Congressman Mike Lawler (.gov)
Securing Federal Loan Access for Audiology Students: Comments Close March 2 - American Academy of Audiology
Lawler Hosts Bipartisan Briefing on Loan Limits to Protect Nurses, Teachers, and Healthcare Workforce - Congressman Mike Lawler (.gov)
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