Ted Strickland - Should private student loans be dischargeable in bankruptcy?

Strickland voted to deny bankruptcy discharge for student loans.

Strickland voted for the change:

HR 6: To extend the authorization of programs under the Higher Education Act of 1965, and for other purposes.

Project Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that reauthorizes funds for federal higher education programs in fiscal years 1999-2003.

Highlights:

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- Removes the ability to discharge student loans upon filing for bankruptcy

OH Governor
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