District Attorneys Council; Rural District Attorney Loan Repayment Assistance Program; Rural District Attorney Loan Repayment Assistance Program Revolving Fund; codification; effective date.
Approved by Governor 05/12/2026
Summary
The bill establishes a program that helps full‑time assistant district attorneys in designated high‑need rural areas repay qualified education loans, with the District Attorneys Council making direct payments up to $5,000 per year and $50,000 total per employee. Eligibility is decided by a selection committee, and participants must work a required number of hours or reimburse the state if they leave early. The program is financed by a revolving fund in the state treasury and becomes effective on November 1, 2026.
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