Bill > A05914

This bill establishes the "Three Thousand by Thirty" social worker loan forgiveness incentive program in New York state. To be eligible, applicants must have graduated from a New York state college or university, have outstanding student loan debt from their degree, be employed as either a licensed master social worker or licensed clinical social worker in New York, apply within two years of graduation, comply with specific educational regulations, and commit to practicing in the state for five years. The program will provide loan forgiveness awards based on available funding, with the goal of supporting and retaining social workers in New York. The name "3000 by '30" suggests an intent to support 3,000 social workers by the year 2030, helping to address potential workforce shortages in the social work profession while providing financial relief to graduates who commit to working in the state.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5914