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SB 364

Code Revision - Higher Education - Janet L. Hoffman Loan Assistance Repayment Program

2026 Regular Session

SB 364 revises Maryland's Janet L. Hoffman Loan Assistance Repayment Program, modifying higher education code provisions affecting student loan relief eligibility and administration.

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Bill Summary · SB 364

Legislative bill overview

SB 364 proposes revisions to Maryland's higher education code, specifically addressing the Janet L. Hoffman Loan Assistance Repayment Program. This program provides loan repayment assistance to graduates who work in high-need fields or underserved communities. The bill modifies eligibility requirements, funding mechanisms, or program parameters for this existing initiative.

Why is this important

Loan repayment assistance programs directly affect workforce development in critical sectors like education, healthcare, and public service by reducing financial barriers for graduates entering these fields. Changes to the program could expand or restrict access to assistance, influencing career choices and labor supply in Maryland's high-need sectors. The program also impacts state budget allocations and higher education affordability policy.

Potential points of contention

  • Program scope changes: Modifications to which professions, geographic areas, or borrower categories qualify may expand assistance to some while narrowing it for others
  • Funding and sustainability: Whether the bill increases appropriations, redirects existing funds, or establishes new revenue sources affects program scale and reliability
  • Eligibility criteria: Changes to loan amount caps, income limits, service requirements, or educational institutions served could make the program more or less accessible

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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