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A 10791 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Establishes a loan forgiveness program for licensed mental health professionals in jails and prisons

Summary
Establishes a loan forgiveness program for licensed mental health professionals in jails and prisons for the purpose of increasing the number of mental health professionals rendering mental health services in correctional institutions; provides for eligibility and priority; provides for awards in the amount of $2,000; makes related provisions.
Issues: ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds mental health services in correctional institutions, enhancing rehabilitation and reducing recidivism.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates a loan forgiveness program to recruit mental health professionals for jails and prisons, directly expanding access to mental health services.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Apr 2026
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Introduced Apr 1, 2026 Last action Apr 1, 2026
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REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
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Jake Blumencranz
RRepublican/Conservative
NY
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