Maine’s Economy

Facing income crunch from coronavirus, debt-burdened Americans need relief now

As tens of thousands of Mainers face lays offs and unemployment, two things will happen: With no earnings coming in, they will default on their loans and […]

Jody Harris

Posted April 7, 2020

Tags Consumer Protection, Coronavirus, Student Debt

Education

Student debt collection reform, for-profit college rules top wins for Maine consumers this year

While President Donald Trump’s administration continues its efforts to systemically roll back consumer protections, Maine has made moves to protect residents and ward off financial predators. Maine’s […]

Jody Harris

Posted July 17, 2019

Tags Consumer Protection, Education, Higher Education, Student Debt

Education, Jobs and Income

‘Student Loan Bill of Rights’ will protect Maine students from predatory lenders

“This bill will prevent giant financial corporations from padding their bottom lines by preying on Mainers who just want to responsibly pay down their student debt,” Maine […]

Beacon

Posted June 11, 2019

Tags Consumer Protection, Higher Education, Student Debt

Education, Jobs and Income

STATEMENT: Student Loan Bill of Rights will protect Mainers from predatory Wall Street corporations

CONTACT Mario Moretto mario@mecep.org 207-620-1101 AUGUSTA, Maine — Jody Harris, associate director of Maine Center for Economic Policy, released the following statement following the Legislature’s enactment Monday […]

Posted June 10, 2019

Tags Consumer Protection, Higher Education, Student Debt

Education, Jobs and Income

Jody Harris: Maine needs a student loan bill of rights

Escalating college debt and rising rates of student loan defaults threaten to derail the benefits of higher education for Maine’s families and our economy. Money that normally would […]

Sun Journal

Posted May 26, 2019

Tags Consumer Protection, Higher Education, Student Debt

Education

Eye on Augusta: Legislature Votes to Ban “Conversion Therapy,” Provide MaineCare Coverage for Abortions, Study the NECEC & More!

A 2012 U.S. Senate investigation found that for-profit colleges depend on taxpayer dollars for nearly all of their revenues, yet they overspend on advertising and CEO salaries. […]

The Free Press

Posted May 16, 2019

Tags Higher Education, Student Debt

Education, Maine’s Economy

Student debt relief bond should include targeted aid to Mainers most at risk for default

Higher education is a boon to both graduates and Maine’s economy. It increases degree holders’ lifetime earnings, improves business competitiveness, and spurs consumer spending. But escalating college debt and rising rates […]

Jody Harris

Posted May 9, 2019

Tags Education, Student Debt

Education

Debt-free community college would make college more accessible, boost Maine's economy

Access to a college education remains the best way for Mainers to boost their lifetime earnings and economic well-being. Yet too often, the cost of college is […]

James Myall

Posted May 7, 2019

Tags Education, Higher Education, Student Debt

Education

Eliminating need for private loans would make college more affordable, ease future generations debt burden

Access to a college education remains the best way for Mainers to boost their earnings and economic well-being. Yet too often, the cost of college remains a […]

James Myall

Posted April 25, 2019

Tags Higher Education, Student Debt

Education, Maine’s Economy

Maine borrowers need a Student Loan Bill of Rights as protection from predatory loan companies

We all have heard the numbers about escalating student loan debt across the country. Maine is no exception. Residents of our state carry more than $6 billion […]

Jody Harris

Posted March 26, 2019

Tags Consumer Protection, Higher Education, Student Debt

Student Debt

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Facing income crunch from coronavirus, debt-burdened Americans need relief now

Student debt collection reform, for-profit college rules top wins for Maine consumers this year

‘Student Loan Bill of Rights’ will protect Maine students from predatory lenders

STATEMENT: Student Loan Bill of Rights will protect Mainers from predatory Wall Street corporations

Jody Harris: Maine needs a student loan bill of rights

Eye on Augusta: Legislature Votes to Ban “Conversion Therapy,” Provide MaineCare Coverage for Abortions, Study the NECEC & More!

Student debt relief bond should include targeted aid to Mainers most at risk for default

Debt-free community college would make college more accessible, boost Maine's economy

Eliminating need for private loans would make college more affordable, ease future generations debt burden

Maine borrowers need a Student Loan Bill of Rights as protection from predatory loan companies