No. 28878: R765-608. Utah Engineering and Computer Science Loan Forgiveness Program

DAR File No.: 28878
Filed: 07/13/2006, 08:46
Received by: NL

 

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

Section 53B-6-105.7 requires the State Board of Regents to provide incentives to students through a loan forgiveness program.

 

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

No comments were received during the past five years or since this rule was enacted.

 

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

The continuation of this rule allows students to receive tuition assistance through loan forgiveness which will encourage enrollment and completion of degree programs in computer science, engineering and related technologies. These programs have been identified as necessary for the advancement of the economic and intellectual welfare of the state and its citizens.

 

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Regents (Board Of)
Administration
BOARD OF REGENTS BUILDING, THE GATEWAY
60 SOUTH 400 WEST
SALT LAKE CITY UT 84101-1284

 

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

Ronell Crossley at the above address, by phone at 801-321-7291, by FAX at 801-321-7299, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

 

Authorized by:

Mark H. Spencer, Associate Commissioner