No Waivers for Fraud Act

House Bill

H.R. 7724

119th Congress

No Waivers for Fraud Act

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 20 - 15.

Introduced:Mar 5, 2026

Primary Sponsor

Joe Wilson

R - SC

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Summary

The No Waivers for Fraud Act would prohibit granting waivers or exemptions to individuals or institutions that have committed fraud in federally-funded education programs. This bill aims to ensure that those who have defrauded taxpayers or students cannot continue participating in federal education assistance programs, even with special permission.

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Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 20 - 15.

Introduced3/5/2026

StatusOrdered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 20 - 15.

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No Waivers for Fraud Act

The No Waivers for Fraud Act would prohibit granting waivers or exemptions to individuals or institutions that have committed fraud in federally-funded education programs. This bill aims to ensure that those who have defrauded taxpayers or students cannot cont

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The No Waivers for Fraud Act would prohibit granting waivers or exemptions to individuals or institutions that have committed fraud in federally-funded education programs. This bill aims to ensure that those who have defrauded taxpayers or students cannot continue participating in federal education assistance programs, even with special permission.

Bill Number: 7724
Introduced: 3/5/2026
Status: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 20 - 15.

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Title: No Waivers for Fraud Act
Bill Number: 7724
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 20 - 15.
Introduced: 3/5/2026
Summary: The No Waivers for Fraud Act would prohibit granting waivers or exemptions to individuals or institutions that have committed fraud in federally-funded education programs. This bill aims to ensure that those who have defrauded taxpayers or students cannot continue participating in federal education

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

The No Waivers for Fraud Act would prohibit granting waivers or exemptions to individuals or institutions that have committed fraud in federally-funded education programs. This bill aims to ensure that those who have defrauded taxpayers or students cannot continue participating in federal education assistance programs, even with special permission.

Last updated: 2/27/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Eliminates the ability for the Department of Education to waive penalties for colleges, universities, or individuals convicted of fraud involving federal student aid
Strengthens accountability by ensuring fraudulent actors face permanent consequences rather than receiving second chances through administrative waivers
Protects federal education dollars and students from institutions or individuals with proven records of dishonest practices
Applies to fraud cases involving federal student loans, Pell Grants, and other education assistance programs

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This legislation would primarily affect colleges, universities, and education organizations that have committed fraud but might otherwise seek reinstatement through waiver processes. Students would benefit from increased protection against predatory or fraudulent institutions, though some advocates might argue it reduces pathways for institutional reform. The bill reinforces zero-tolerance accountability in federal education spending, potentially preventing billions in taxpayer dollars from flowing to entities with fraud convictions.

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Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

7724, 119th Congress (2026). "No Waivers for Fraud Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-7724

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