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Student Assistance Act 1973
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#### 43D Waiver of small debt
The Secretary must waive the right to recover a debt if the debt is, or is likely to be, less than the amount referred to in section 1237AAA of the Social Security Act 1991.
> Note 1: The amount referred to in section 1237AAA of the Social Security Act 1991 is indexed on each 1 July (see sections 1191 to 1194 of that Act). Immediately before 1 July 2026, the amount was $250.
> Note 2: If the Secretary suspects that there may have been fraud or serious non‑compliance in relation to a debt waived under this section, the waiver does not prevent the Secretary from taking further appropriate action against the debtor or any other person.
> Note 3: See also section 44 (non‑recovery of certain amounts).