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AZ SB1271

AZ SB1271
Arizona veterinary loan assistance program


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Introduced
01/24/2022
In Committee
03/16/2022
Crossed Over
02/17/2022
Passed
Dead
06/25/2022

Introduced Session

Fifty-fifth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2022)

Bill Summary

Arizona veterinary loan assistance program

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Arizona Veterinary Loan Assistance Program within the state's Department of Agriculture. The program provides up to $100,000 in student loan repayment assistance to veterinarians who agree to practice in the state for at least four years, with at least two of those years spent working in agricultural practices in underserved areas or at nonprofit, county, or municipal animal shelters. The program is funded by a $5 million appropriation from the state's general fund and is administered by the Department of Agriculture with input from an advisory committee. The department must also submit an annual report on the program's expenditures.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

House APPROP Committee action: Do Pass, voting: (9-3-0-1-0-0) (on 03/16/2022)

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