B26-0097

Universal Public School Nurses for Safer Students Amendment Act of 2025

Introduced·1/29/25
Tion Text

Establishes a loan repayment program for school nurses in DC public and charter schools.

The bill creates the School Nurse Recruitment and Retention Loan Repayment Program to support school nurses in DC public and charter schools. Eligible nurses can have their student loans repaid by the program, up to $200,000 over 20 years of service. The Department of Health administers the program, disbursing funds by June 30 each year. Eligible expenses include tuition, fees, and reasonable educational costs. Loan repayments are not considered taxable income. The program's fiscal impact is certified by the Chief Financial Officer and included in the approved budget and financial plan.

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History

Feb 7, 2025

Council

Notice of Intent to Act on B26-0097 Published in the DC Register

Feb 4, 2025

Council

Referred to Committee on Health

Jan 29, 2025

Council

Introduced in Office of the Secretary