Bill
HB 6557
Overview: HB 6557, AN ACT ESTABLISHING A STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS PROGRAM AND RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVE PROGRAM FOR LICENSED ATHLETIC TRAINERS, was introduced on January
Overview: HB 6557, AN ACT ESTABLISHING A STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS PROGRAM AND RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVE PROGRAM FOR LICENSED ATHLETIC TRAINERS, was introduced on January 24, 2025 and referred to the Joint Committee on Public Health.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to address workforce shortages in the athletic training profession by establishing two new programs: a student loan forgiveness program and a recruitment and retention incentive program.
Key Provisions:
- Creates a student loan forgiveness program for licensed athletic trainers who commit to working in the state for a minimum number of years
- Establishes a recruitment and retention incentive program to provide financial incentives for licensed athletic trainers to work in the state
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would benefit licensed athletic trainers by providing student loan relief and financial incentives to work in the state. It could also help address workforce shortages and improve access to athletic training services for schools, sports teams, and other organizations.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Joint Committee on Public Health for further consideration. If approved by the committee, it would then proceed through the normal legislative process.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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