The Higher Education Aids Board Wisconsin received a $115,742 Formula Grant from the U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance under the John R. Justice Prosecutors and Defenders Incentive Act (CFDA 16.816) program. The grant aims to reduce student loan debt as a deterrent for qualified public defenders and prosecutors continuing their service in Wisconsin communities. The Higher Education Aids Board partners with the Wisconsin Public Defender's Office and State Prosecutors Office to administer the program, including conducting outreach, reviewing applications, selecting recipients based on financial need and geographic diversity, and administering direct student loan repayments to the selected public service attorneys. The grant supports the Board's efforts to retain qualified public defenders and prosecutors in Wisconsin over a two-year performance period from October 1, 2023 to September 30, 2025.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $115.7k | 9/28/23 |