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A 3271

Relates to the New York state district attorney and indigent legal services attorney loan forgiveness program

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Harry Bronson and 4 co-sponsors

Summary of New York State District Attorney and Indigent Legal Services Attorney Loan Forgiveness Program Bill (A 3271) Main Purpose and IntentThe purpose of this bill is to establ

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Bill Summary · A 3271

Summary of New York State District Attorney and Indigent Legal Services Attorney Loan Forgiveness Program Bill (A 3271)

Main Purpose and Intent

The purpose of this bill is to establish a loan forgiveness program for New York state district attorneys and indigent legal services attorneys. The goal is to incentivize and support individuals in pursuing these important public service roles by providing student loan relief.

Key Provisions

  • Creates the "New York state district attorney and indigent legal services attorney loan forgiveness program" to be administered by the New York state higher education services corporation
  • Provides for the forgiveness of student loans for eligible district attorneys and indigent legal services attorneys who commit to serving in their roles for a minimum of 5 years
  • Establishes eligibility criteria, including:
    • Employed as a district attorney or indigent legal services attorney in New York state
    • Have outstanding student loan debt
    • Commit to serve in their role for at least 5 consecutive years
  • Authorizes the higher education services corporation to promulgate rules and regulations to implement the program
  • Appropriates $10 million annually from the state's general fund to support the loan forgiveness program

Affected Parties

  • Current and future district attorneys and indigent legal services attorneys in New York state
  • Individuals considering careers in these public service roles
  • State and local governments that employ district attorneys and indigent legal services attorneys

Timeline and Procedural Aspects

  • The bill was introduced in the New York State Assembly on January 9, 2024 and has been referred to the Higher Education committee
  • If enacted, the loan forgiveness program would be established and begin accepting applications from eligible district attorneys and indigent legal services attorneys
  • The $10 million in annual funding would be appropriated from the state's general fund to support the program

Overall, this bill aims to make public service careers in district attorney and indigent legal services roles more financially viable and attractive for New Yorkers by providing student loan forgiveness incentives. It is intended to help recruit and retain talented individuals in these critical positions.

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

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