Bill > SB00019

This bill establishes a student loan repayment program for health care professionals working full-time in the Connecticut Department of Correction, with the goal of recruiting and retaining qualified medical staff. The program will allocate one million dollars annually from the General Fund for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, allowing eligible health care professionals to receive up to $50,000 in student loan repayment over a six-year period. The loan repayment will be distributed incrementally: $5,000 after the second year of employment, $7,500 after the third year, $7,500 after the fourth year, $15,000 after the fifth year, and $15,000 after the sixth year. This structured approach provides financial incentives for health care professionals to commit to long-term employment within the state correctional system, addressing potential staffing challenges and promoting workforce stability in a challenging work environment.

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