Expanding Health Care and Forgiving Student Loans

May 21, 2024


 
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Dear Neighbor,

Connecticut is launching a new program that will expand health care to underserved communities while forgiving the student loans of health care workers.

The 

Connecticut Student Loan Repayment Program incentivizes eligible health care providers to practice full-time in underserved Connecticut communities for at least two years by offering up to $50,000 in student loan repayments. Part-time options are also available for $12,500 per year over two years, totaling $25,000.

The program offers a unique advantage in that it allows federal and private student loan debt to be repaid, expanding the eligible talent pool that can participate.
 
I joined Governor Lamont and Dr. Manisha Juthani, commissioner of the state Department of Public Health as they announced the program. It's a crucial initiative aimed at addressing the shortage of medical professionals in our state and providing much-needed support to those in the healthcare industry.
This program will not only alleviate the financial burden on young professionals but also contribute to improving healthcare access for all Connecticut residents.
 

The following health care jobs are eligible for this new statewide initiative:

  • MDs and DOs in Family Practice, General Practice, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, OB/GYN
  • APRNs, including Certified Nurse Midwives, Nurse Practitioners, and Psychiatric Nurse Specialists
  • Physician Assistants
  • Registered Nurses
  • Dentists and Dental Hygienists
  • Psychiatrists, Psychologists, and Core Behavioral Health Providers, including Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Professional Counselors, and Substance Use Disorder Counselors
  • Pharmacists

This great program will recruit and retain new health care workers, forgive the student loans of these heroes, and reduce health disparities across our state - a major win for all Connecticut residents.

The state will begin accepting applications on Wednesday. Click here to learn how to apply
 
As always, please feel free to email me directly or call my office at (860) 240-8585 if I can be of any assistance. 


Gregg Haddad

 
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