Bill > A02052

This bill establishes the New York State Agriculture Educators Loan Forgiveness Incentive Program to provide student loan debt relief for agriculture educators. The program defines an "agriculture educator" as an instructor who teaches students about agriculture, food, and natural resources through various academic disciplines. Eligible applicants must have graduated from a New York state college, have outstanding student loan debt, be employed full-time as an agriculture educator in New York for at least two years, reside in the state for two years after graduation, and apply within two years of graduating. The loan forgiveness awards will be granted on a competitive basis by the corporation, with special consideration for economically disadvantaged applicants. The amount of awards will depend on available funding, and applicants must also comply with specific legal requirements. The program aims to alleviate student loan debt burdens and incentivize agriculture educators to work and live in New York state. The bill will take effect 90 days after becoming law.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A2052