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The data also noted a significant decline when compared to the scores from a decade ago. In reading, the average scores have decreased by seven points, while in mathematics, the decline amounts to a substantial 14 points.

The freeze on federal student loan payments was initially implemented by former President Donald Trump in March 2020 as part of the pandemic relief efforts. Subsequently, the payment pause was extended eight times by both the previous and current administrations.

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