SB 6259 - DIGEST
(SEE ALSO PROPOSED 1ST SUB)

Creates the social work professional loan repayment program for credentialed social work professionals which will be administered by the office of student financial assistance.

Allows social workers employed by the department of social and health services children's administration or the department of children, youth, and families to participate in the program two years after commencing their employment as a social worker for either agency.

Authorizes the office of student financial assistance to grant loan repayment to eligible participants from the funds appropriated for this purpose or from private or public funds given to the office for this purpose.

Creates the social work professional loan repayment program fund.