This bill amends current law to recognize service as a member of the state legislature as qualifying public service for federal student loan forgiveness programs. Specifically, it adds a new section to RSA 14-A, stating that the tenure of members of the general court will be deemed full-time public service for these purposes. Additionally, it mandates that the house and senate clerks provide necessary documentation to members or federal departments upon request, detailing the member's service and compensation identification.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new employment protections for members of the general court by amending RSA 275. It prohibits employers from denying time off for legislative duties, such as attending sessions or committee meetings, regardless of accrued paid time off. Members must provide at least two days' notice before taking leave, and employers cannot terminate members for attending legislative activities. If members do not have paid time off, their absence for voting sessions will be unpaid. Employers who violate these provisions may face civil penalties imposed by the labor commissioner.