Understanding the Impact of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” on Student Financial Aid

Understanding the Impact of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” on Student Financial Aid

ADEA’s Advocacy and Government Relations and Educational Technology teams are pleased to present an Advocacy Insights webinar focused on the recently signed “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” This significant legislation introduces major changes to federal student loan programs, with wide-reaching implications for higher education generally and graduate oral health education specifically.

The webinar will examine how the bill reshapes student loan repayment and borrowing and affects institutional finances. Expert speakers will provide insights and analysis on the real-world implications of these changes.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the key provisions of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” Public Law 119-21, related to federal student financial aid.
  • Analyze how changes in student loan and repayment policies may impact students, educational institutions and access to care.
  • Evaluate the potential implications of the legislation for oral health education.

Original Release Date: August 7, 2025

Expiration Date: August 7, 2028

Questions? Contact learn@adea.org 

Disclaimer 

The purpose of this presentation is to educate and to inform. This is not a substitute for professional care and is not intended for use for the diagnosis or treatment of individual conditions. Guests in this presentation express their own experience, opinions and conclusions. Guest statements do not express the viewpoint of ADEA. The mention of any product, service, organization, activity or therapy should not be construed as an ADEA endorsement.

CE Information

The American Dental Education Association is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.

An evaluation form is available to participants after the conclusion of the live webinar. To earn continuing education (CE) credit for participation in the webinar, the online evaluation must be completed in full by August 7, 2028. After completing the evaluation, webinar participants can print and save the CE Verification Form.

ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

The American Dental Education Association designates this activity for 1.0 continuing education credit.

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All speakers agree that neither they nor members of their immediate family have any financial relationships with commercial entities that may be relevant to their presentation.

Jon Fansmith, M.A.

Senior Vice President, Government Relations and National Engagement

American Council on Education

Jonathan Fansmith directs ACE’s efforts to engage federal policymakers on issues that impact colleges and universities and coordinates the government relations response of approximately 60 higher education associations in Washington, DC. His work involves representation before Congress, administrative agencies, and the federal courts. Fansmith’s writing has appeared in publications ranging from The Washington Post to The Journal of College and University Law, and he is a frequent speaker for association, academic, and corporate audiences.

Speaker agrees that neither I nor any member of my family have a financial arrangement or affiliation with any corporate organization offering financial support or grant monies for this continuing education program, nor do I have a financial interest in any commercial products or services I will discuss in the presentation.

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Understanding the Impact of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” on Student Financial Aid
Recorded 08/07/2025  |  60 minutes  |   Closed captions available
Recorded 08/07/2025  |  60 minutes  |   Closed captions available
Survey: Understanding the Impact of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” on Student Financial Aid
6 Questions
Assessment: Understanding the Impact of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” on Student Financial Aid
2 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  2/2 points to pass
2 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  2/2 points to pass
Certificate: Understanding the Impact of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” on Student Financial Aid
1.00 CE credit  |  Certificate available
1.00 CE credit  |  Certificate available