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SB 479 Connecticut Senate · 2025 Regular Session

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS PROGRAM FOR STATE MEDICAL SCHOOL GRADUATES.

SB 479 creates a student loan forgiveness program for graduates of state medical schools who work in healthcare jobs within the state for at least eight years after graduation. The bill directly affects state medical school graduates who commit to practicing in-state healthcare roles long-term. Key provision: eligible graduates receive full or partial loan forgiveness upon completing the eight-year service requirement in the state. The program aims to retain medical professionals by reducing student debt burdens for those committed to serving the state's healthcare needs.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates state-funded loan forgiveness program requiring budget allocation to retain medical professionals, directly advancing public service funding within fiscal management.92% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill directly supports healthcare workforce retention by forgiving student loans for medical graduates who commit to in-state practice, improving provider availability and access to care.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 10, 2025 Last action Jan 10, 2025
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