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MA S1120
Relative to the repayment of student loans for mental and behavioral healthcare workers
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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
04/04/2019
04/04/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to the repayment of student loans for mental and behavioral healthcare workers. Labor and Workforce Development.
AI Summary
This bill aims to establish a student loan repayment program for mental and behavioral healthcare workers in Massachusetts. The program would provide up to $1,800 per year in loan repayment assistance, with the Commonwealth covering up to $150 per month for a period of up to 48 months, for eligible workers who have incurred student loan debt to pursue a certificate, undergraduate, or graduate degree. To qualify, individuals must be employed full-time as a mental or behavioral health worker, have an annual income of no more than $45,000, and have maintained at least 12 consecutive months of employment in the field. The program is intended to encourage individuals to enter and continue working in mental and behavioral health service programs in the state.
Committee Categories
Education, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2541 (on 02/18/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1120 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1120.pdf |
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