North Carolina S959 directs a study on establishing a Student Loan Forgiveness and Talent Retention Program.

North Carolina S959 mandates the State Education Assistance Authority to study the feasibility of a Student Loan Forgiveness and Talent Retention Program for graduates of public institutions of higher education. The study will evaluate program structures, costs, eligibility requirements, benefits, and interactions with federal programs. The State Education Assistance Authority must report findings to the Joint Legislative Education Oversight Committee by October 1, 2027. The bill appropriates $150,000 for the study, which will remain available until October 1, 2027.

North Carolina S959 directs a study on establishing a Student Loan Forgiveness and Talent Retention Program.

North Carolina S959 mandates the State Education Assistance Authority to study the feasibility of a Student Loan Forgiveness and Talent Retention Program for graduates of public institutions of higher education. The study will evaluate program structures, costs, eligibility requirements, benefits, and interactions with federal programs. The State Education Assistance Authority must report findings to the Joint Legislative Education Oversight Committee by October 1, 2027. The bill appropriates $150,000 for the study, which will remain available until October 1, 2027.