H.R. 5185 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Higher Education Extension Act of 2004
H.R. 5185 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Sep 30, 2004, sponsored by John A. Boehner with 5 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Sep 30, 2004
- Co-sponsors
- 5
- Policy area
- Education
- Public law
- Public Law 108-366
What it does
Higher Education Extension Act of 2004 - Provides for a temporary extension of programs under the Higher Education Act of 1965 (HEA). Extends through FY 2005 the authorization of appropriations for, and the duration of, each program authorized under HEA.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
John A. Boehner (R-OH). Co-sponsors: 5 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 30, 2004
- Passed the HouseOct 6, 2004
- Passed the SenateOct 9, 2004
- Sent to the PresidentOct 13, 2004
- Became lawOct 25, 2004
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-366. (Oct 25, 2004)
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Other Education bills in the 108th Congress
- H.R. 1412: Higher Education Relief Opportunities for Students Act of 2003
- S. 570: A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 with respect to the qualifications of foreign…
- H.R. 2023: Asthmatic Schoolchildren's Treatment and Health Management Act of 2004
- H.R. 5186: Taxpayer-Teacher Protection Act of 2004
- H.R. 1350: Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004
- H.R. 5360: American History and Civics Education Act of 2004
- H.R. 236: Student Bill of Rights
- H.R. 490: Instructional Materials Accessibility Act of 2003
- H.R. 501: Nurse Loan Forgiveness Act of 2003
- S. 620: College Fire Prevention Act
Committees
- Education and the Workforce Committee
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