LD1653

An Act to Develop Maine's Credentialed Workforce

Complete·6/3/25

Establishes the Maine Credentialed Workforce Program to support student loan repayments for skilled workers.

The bill establishes the Maine Credentialed Workforce Program within the Finance Authority of Maine. This program aims to support the credentialing needs of the state's workforce by repaying student loans for eligible individuals employed in priority occupations. Eligible applicants must have a bachelor's or graduate degree, outstanding student loans, and commit to working in a priority occupation for a specified period. The maximum loan repayment is $25,000 per year for a total of $100,000 or 50% of the outstanding student loan debt, whichever is less.

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Calendar

May 15, 2025

10:00 AM

Hearing

May 5, 2025

10:00 AM

Hearing

History

Jun 3, 2025

Senate

Reports Read

Jun 3, 2025

Senate

On motion by Senator RAFFERTY of York the Majority Ought to Pass as Amended Report ACCEPTED

Jun 3, 2025

Senate

Bill READ ONCE