Establishes a public interest law grant program and tax credit for law firms contributing to the program.
The bill creates a public interest law grant program to provide student loan relief for lawyers working as prosecutors or public defenders for at least a year. The program is funded by contributions from eligible law firms, which receive a business and occupation tax credit up to $20,000 annually. The council must administer the program, award grants, and publicize it. The council and department of revenue must submit a joint report to the legislature annually.
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