Illinois HB1206 creates a loan repayment assistance program for former police officers returning to law enforcement.
Illinois HB1206 amends the Higher Education Student Assistance Act to establish the Returning Police Officers Loan Repayment Assistance Program. This program assists former police officers who have left law enforcement with repaying their student loans. Eligible applicants must have a diploma or plan to receive one in a law enforcement-related field, complete necessary certifications, owe a balance on student loans, and commit to working as a police officer in an area experiencing a shortage.
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