Definitions

As used in 101 CMR 31.00, terms have the meanings set forth in 101 CMR 31.02, except where the context clearly indicates otherwise. Awardee. An individual who applies for loan repayment for outstanding educational debt and is selected to receive a loan repayment. Awardee Agreement. The contract, approved by EOHHS, executed between awardee and contractor that outlines the terms of the program and recoupment; details awardees responsibilities and obligations; and details contractor’s responsibilities and obligations. Commercial Loans. Loans made by banks, credit unions, savings and loan associations, insurance companies, other financial or credit institutions, and schools, which are subject to examination and supervision in their capacity as lenders by an agency of the United States or of the state in which the lender has its place of business. Contractor. Any entity that is awarded and executes a contract or agreement with EOHHS to administer the loan repayment assistance program. EOHHS. The Executive Office of Health and Human Services established under M.G.L. c. 6A. Government Loans. Loans that are made by federal, state, county, or city agencies that are authorized by law to make such loans. Loan Repayment Assistance Program. The program or programs for loan repayment assistance to pay for authorized outstanding educational debt. MassHealth. The medical assistance and benefit programs administered by EOHHS pursuant to Title XIX of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396a et seq.), Title XXI of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1397aa et seq.), M.G.L. c. 118E, and other applicable laws and waivers to provide and pay for medical services to eligible members. Outstanding Educational Debt. Qualifying educational loans that are government and commercial loans for actual costs paid for tuition and reasonable educational and living expenses related to the undergraduate or graduate level education of the applicant that resulted in the degree that qualifies them for this initiative. Applicants must provide a copy of all qualifying loan documentation (e.g., promissory notes) to the vendor, in the manner prescribed by the vendor. Service Obligation. The specific services the awardee agreed to perform for a specified duration as described in the awardee agreement. The service obligation is a condition of receiving the loan repayment award.