Student loan forgiveness could hike tax bill for borrowers, study finds
Source: The Hill
Summary
A new study says tax bills could triple for people who receive student loan forgiveness through income-driven repayment (IDR) plans. Previously, forgiven student loans were exempt from federal income tax, but that provision expired at the end of 2025. An average married couple with two dependents that earns around $60,000 could see their tax bill go up…