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Loan Repayment for Rural Healthcare Workers

A new program aims to help medical students repay their loans if they agree to work for 5 years in rural areas with a shortage of healthcare professionals. This initiative seeks to improve access to healthcare for residents in these regions by offering financial support to doctors and other medical staff in exchange for their service.
Key points
The program repays up to $200,000 in student loans for healthcare professionals.
Requires 5 years of full-time service in rural areas with healthcare shortages.
Aims to increase healthcare access for rural residents.
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Print number: 117_HR_2130
Sponsor: Rep. Bustos, Cheri [D-IL-17]
Process start date: 2021-03-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Rural America Health Corps Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2130.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The program repays up to $200,000 in student loans for healthcare professionals.
  • Requires 5 years of full-time service in rural areas with healthcare shortages.
  • Aims to increase healthcare access for rural residents.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Bustos, Cheri [D-IL-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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Health