McMahon Issues Statement on Passage of the ‘No Aid for Ghost Students Act’
· Texas Border Business
U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon praised the House's passage of the No Aid for Ghost Students Act, aimed at preventing fraud in federal student aid. The act, introduced by Congressman Burgess Owens, mandates screening for suspicious applications, addressing issues from previous administrations that allowed significant fraud. Since its implementation, the new fraud detection system has saved over $100 million. The Department has also strengthened data-sharing with the Social Security Administration and resumed automated screenings to prevent overpayments. These measures are part of a broader effort to ensure taxpayer dollars are used responsibly and to protect legitimate students.
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