Establishes a loan repayment program for public defense attorneys and prosecutors in Washington state.

The bill establishes a loan repayment program for public defense attorneys and prosecutors in Washington state. It allows eligible participants to receive up to $20,000 per year in repayment assistance, with a lifetime cap of $120,000 per participant. Participants must commit to at least three years of qualifying employment in public defense or prosecution. The program prioritizes applicants in rural areas and requires repayment of funds if participants do not maintain qualifying employment. Funds for the program must be deposited into a dedicated account managed by the state treasurer.

Establishes a loan repayment program for public defense attorneys and prosecutors in Washington state.

The bill establishes a loan repayment program for public defense attorneys and prosecutors in Washington state. It allows eligible participants to receive up to $20,000 per year in repayment assistance, with a lifetime cap of $120,000 per participant. Participants must commit to at least three years of qualifying employment in public defense or prosecution. The program prioritizes applicants in rural areas and requires repayment of funds if participants do not maintain qualifying employment. Funds for the program must be deposited into a dedicated account managed by the state treasurer.