House Passes Sweeping Bill to Renew Higher Education ActWashington The U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved legislation on Thursday that would crack down on conflicts of interest in the student-loan programs while holding institutions and states accountable for rising college tuitions. The bill (HR 4137), which would... Copyright © 2008 by The Chronicle of Higher Education Subscribe | About The Chronicle | Contact us | Terms of use | Privacy policy | Help |