§ 18-28A-02. Maryland Loan Assistance Repayment Program for Farmers

MD Educ Code § 18-28A-02 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    There is a Maryland Loan Assistance Repayment Program for Farmers in the State.

(b)    The Office shall assist in the repayment of a higher education loan owed by a farmer who:

(1)    Has received an undergraduate or graduate degree in agriculture or an agriculture–related field from a public or private nonprofit institution of higher education located in the State;

(2)    Has been a farmer for at least 5 years but not more than 10 years since obtaining the degree;

(3)    Receives an income that is less than the maximum eligible total income levels established by the Office, in consultation with the Department, including any additional sources of income; and

(4)    Satisfies any other criteria established by the Office.