Code of Maryland Regulations (Last Updated: April 6, 2021) |
Title 13B. Maryland Higher Education Commission |
Subtitle 08. FINANCIAL AID |
Chapter 13B.08.18. Maryland Loan Assistance Repayment Program for Foster Care Recipients |
Sec. 13b.08.18.14. Cancellation of Obligations upon Death, and Waiver or Temporary Suspension of Employment Obligation
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A. Any employment or payment obligation incurred by a recipient is canceled upon the recipients death, upon provision to OSFA of a death certificate, or other evidence of death that is conclusive under State law.
B. OSFA may waive or temporarily suspend a recipient's employment obligation:
(1) If, in the determination of the Director of OSFA, compliance by the recipient with the terms and conditions of the employment obligation agreement is impossible or would involve extreme hardship;
(2) Due to an extended illness of the recipient verified by a physician; or
(3) Due to extenuating family circumstances as determined by the Director of OSFA.
C. OSFA may suspend a recipients employment obligation:
(1) For up to 3 years, if the recipient or recipients spouse is assigned military duty outside of the State; or
(2) For up to 6 months, if the recipient is on parental leave.